Frozen Atlantic Halibut from Germany
Frozen whole Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), a flatfish from the Pleuronectidae family, not further processed into fillets. Classified under HTS 0303.39.01 as other frozen flatfish excluding offal. Commonly sourced from North Atlantic waters for high-end markets.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed commercial invoices specifying 'whole frozen' and scientific name for customs verification
• Ensure compliance with US import restrictions on overfished species via NMFS permits if applicable
• Label properly to distinguish from fillet products, preventing reclassification to higher-duty headings