Fresh Greenland Turbot Fillets

Skinless, boneless fillets from Greenland turbot (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides), fresh and never frozen, sourced from North Atlantic waters. Classified under HTS 0304.59.00.55 as fresh fillets of this specific flatfish species, excluding minced meat. Ideal for high-end sushi or grilling due to its firm texture.

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.

0304.61.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen instead of fresh or chilled

Frozen fillets of flatfish fall under 0304.61, as headings 0304 specify fresh/chilled vs frozen distinctions.

0304.99Lower: 16% vs 35%

If from other flatfish species like plaice or flounder

HTS 0304.59.00.55 is species-specific to Greenland turbot; other flatfish use 0304.99.

0305.31.01.00Same rate: 35%

If skin-on or including attached bones

Livers, roes, and non-fillet meat are classified under 0305, not pure fillets in 0304.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification with scientific name (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides) via documentation to confirm HTS 0304.59.00.55 classification

Maintain cold chain with temperatures below 4°C and provide health certificates to prove freshness, avoiding reclassification as frozen

Check for Section 609 compliance if any shrimp bycatch is present in harvest records

Related Products under HTS 0304.59.00.55

Chilled Skinless Greenland Halibut Fillets

Premium chilled fillets of Greenland halibut (Greenland turbot), vacuum-packed for short-term preservation while remaining chilled. Fits HTS 0304.59.00.55 for other fresh or chilled flatfish meat specifically named as this species. Popular in European markets for its mild flavor and large flake.

Fresh Greenland Turbot Loins

Center-cut loins from Greenland turbot, fresh and trimmed to remove belly flaps, providing uniform portions. Classified as other fish meat under HTS 0304.59.00.55 due to species-specific flatfish fillet category. Used by chefs for pan-searing or raw preparations.

Chilled Greenland Halibut Supreme Cuts

High-quality supreme cuts (boned fillets) of Greenland halibut, chilled on ice for restaurant supply. HTS 0304.59.00.55 applies to these fresh/chilled flatfish products named specifically. Noted for deep-water purity and buttery texture.

IQF Individual Quick Frozen Greenland Turbot Fillets

Note: While primarily fresh/chilled code, some minimal processing IQF may import under fresh if thawed; however, strictly for fresh. Premium fillets individually quick-frozen then thawed for 'fresh' market. HTS 0304.59.00.55 for unchilled flatfish meat.

Fresh Skin-On Greenland Turbot Fillets

Skin-on fillets from Greenland turbot, fresh for crisp roasting applications. Still qualifies as 'fillets' under HTS 0304.59.00.55 for this named flatfish, as skin does not disqualify.

Chilled Wild-Caught Greenland Halibut Portions

Uniform portions cut from chilled Greenland halibut loins, wild-caught from sustainable fisheries. HTS 0304.59.00.55 as other chilled meat of this flatfish species.