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Fresh Chilled Lemon Sole Fillets from Japan

Skin-off fillets of lemon sole (Microstomus kitt), fresh or chilled, fitting HTS 0304.59.00.40 as other flat fish sole meat. Known for thin, delicate texture perfect for quick cooking.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label with country of origin and catch date; EU exports need EU health certificate format

• Inspect for parasites before import; FDA may require visual checks on arrival

• Separate from minced fish to avoid blending into 0304.89 category