Fresh Flounder Fillets from China
Fresh fillets from flounder (Pleuronectidae family), skinned and trimmed for immediate use. Classified under HTS 0304.43.00.20 as fresh or chilled fillets of flatfish specifically flounder, excluding mincing or processing into flours/meals.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fish is fresh/chilled (not frozen) via temperature logs and inspection certificates to meet HTS 0304 requirements
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP compliance; include species certification to confirm flounder (Pleuronectidae)