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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.82.00Same rate: 35%

If whole or in simple dressed form (e.g., gutted with head on)

Whole or minimally processed sole falls under heading 0303 for fresh/chilled fish excluding fillets.

0304.61.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen instead of fresh/chilled

Frozen sole fillets are classified under 0304.61 for frozen fillets of flatfish, not fresh/chilled.

1604.19.41Higher: 45% vs 35%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared

Prepared or preserved sole fillets move to Chapter 16 for cooked or processed fish products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with HACCP seafood regulations for fresh/chilled products

Verify species identification via scientific name to confirm Soleidae classification; misidentification can lead to reclassification

Provide refrigeration chain documentation to prove 'fresh or chilled' status and avoid frozen tariff shift

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