Frozen Barndoor Skate from Japan
Whole frozen barndoor skate (Dipturus laevis), a large Rajidae species from U.S. waters, sustainable quota-managed. Classified HTS 0303.82.00.00 as frozen other fish rays/skates, not fillets or offal. Ideal for filleting post-thaw.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Prior Notice to FDA 2-8 hours pre-arrival for seafood; include lot codes
• Bond for refrigerated container shipments; calculate duties on net weight
• Avoid classifying as 'fillets' prematurely to prevent 0304 shifts