Frozen Southern Flounder Fillet Blocks Over 10 lbs from Japan
Industrial blocks of frozen skinned Southern flounder (Paralichthys lethostigma) fillets, each >4.5kg (10 lbs), imported to be ground for fish patties. HTS 0304.83.10.20 covers this exact presentation of flatfish flounder for mincing/processing, distinct from retail fillets.
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
• Document block weights with photos/scales at packing; comply with USDC traceability for species ID; avoid retail packaging to prevent misclassification as consumer product