Fresh Flounder Fillets from Japan

Fresh fillets from Southern flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma), though primarily Cynoglossidae/Bothidae types qualify. HTS 0304.43.00 for fresh fillets of specific flatfish families like Bothidae. Pure fillets only, no mincing.

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%

Calculate with your customs value Verify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Specify exact flounder species to confirm qualifying family (e.g

• Bothidae)

• FDA import alert checks for histamine in scombroid-like flatfish

• Separate from rock sole (Pleuronectidae) to maintain accurate subheading