Chilled Pacific Halibut Fillets from Japan
Chilled skinless fillets from Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis) of the Pleuronectidae family, packed on ice for preservation. Falls under HTS 0304.43.00 for fresh or chilled fillets of named flatfish families. Not suitable for human consumption as flours or pellets per chapter notes.
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
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain chill chain; document temperature logs for customs
• Include certificate of origin and species confirmation to avoid reclassification
• Watch for skin-on fillets potentially classified as other fish meat under 0304.59