Frozen Pacific Halibut from Japan
Frozen whole Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis) from the Pleuronectidae family, a type of flatfish, excluding fillets and offal. This product falls under HTS 0303.39.01 as 'other' frozen flatfish not specified elsewhere in the heading. It is typically imported in whole form for further processing or retail.
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
• Verify species identification via scientific name to confirm flatfish classification under Pleuronectidae
• Provide certificates of origin and ensure product is frozen whole, not filleted, to avoid heading 0304
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for contaminants common in flatfish