Frozen Yellowtail Flounder Steaks from Japan
Frozen steaks cut from yellowtail flounder (Limanda ferruginea), a valuable flatfish not further processed into fillets. Under HTS 0303.39.0110 for frozen flounder excluding 0304 meat, per chapter notes on pellets and human-fit flours. Sourced from sustainable fisheries.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Secure MSC certification for market advantage and compliance; test for contaminants like heavy metals; document block-freezing method to confirm classification