Sole
Fish fillets and other fish meat (whether or not minced), fresh, chilled or frozen: > Fresh or chilled fillets of other fish: > Flat Fish (Pleuronectidae, Bothidae, Cynoglossidae, Soleidae, Scophthalmidae, and Citharidae) > Sole
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0304.43.00.10
Fresh Dover Sole Fillets
Fresh, chilled fillets of Dover sole (Solea solea), a premium flatfish from the Soleidae family, prized for its delicate flavor and firm texture. These skinless, boneless fillets are sourced from Atlantic waters and classified under HTS 0304.43.00.10 as fresh or chilled fillets of sole. They are ideal for gourmet pan-searing or poaching.
Fresh Petrale Sole Fillets
Fresh, chilled fillets from Pacific petrale sole (Eopsetta jordani), a lean flatfish with sweet, nutty meat from the Soleidae family. These boneless, skin-on or skinless cuts are harvested off the U.S. West Coast and fit HTS 0304.43.00.10 for fresh/chilled sole fillets. Commonly used in sustainable seafood dishes.
Fresh Lemon Sole Fillets
Fresh, chilled skinless fillets of lemon sole (Microstomus kitt), a small flatfish from the Soleidae family known for its mild taste and thin profile. Sourced from North Atlantic fisheries, these fillets qualify under HTS 0304.43.00.10 as fresh/chilled sole. Perfect for quick sautéing or fish tacos.
Fresh Grey Sole Fillets
Fresh, chilled fillets of grey sole (Glyptocephalus cynoglossus), a deep-water flatfish from the Soleidae family with firm white flesh. These Atlantic-caught, boneless fillets are classified in HTS 0304.43.00.10 for fresh or chilled sole fillets. Valued in fine dining for baking or broiling.
Fresh Witch Flounder Sole Fillets
Fresh, chilled fillets from witch flounder (Glyptocephalus cynoglossus, aka grey sole), a Soleidae flatfish with delicate texture from cold North Atlantic waters. These trimmed, boneless pieces fall under HTS 0304.43.00.10 as fresh/chilled sole fillets. Suitable for ceviche or light frying.
Chilled Rock Sole Fillets
Chilled fillets of rock sole (Lepidopsetta spp.), a robust Pacific flatfish from Soleidae with meaty texture for grilling. Skinless and boneless, these are kept chilled post-harvest and classified under HTS 0304.43.00.10 for chilled sole fillets. Popular in Asian-inspired cuisine.
Fresh Yellowtail Flounder Sole Fillets
Fresh fillets from yellowtail flounder (Limanda ferruginea), sometimes marketed as sole, a mild Soleidae flatfish from the Northwest Atlantic. These thin, boneless fillets fit HTS 0304.43.00.10 as fresh sole fillets. Excellent for fish and chips.
Chilled European Plaice Sole Fillets
Chilled fillets of European plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), occasionally classified near sole but Soleidae-specific here for pure sole lines under HTS 0304.43.00.10. Delicate white meat from North Sea.
Fresh Black Sole Fillets
Fresh black sole (Synaptura spp.) fillets, exotic flatfish from Soleidae with dark skin and rich flavor, chilled for import under HTS 0304.43.00.10.