Frozen Greenland Halibut Fillet Blocks for Processing

Frozen, skinned fillet blocks of Greenland halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides), each exceeding 4.5 kg, imported explicitly for mincing, grinding, or portioning into uniform sizes. HTS 0304.83.10.25 covers this as halibut-classified flatfish in large frozen blocks for industrial use, excluding direct human consumption formats. Ideal for fish stick or patty production.

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.

0304.83Same rate: 35%

If not in blocks over 4.5kg but other frozen skinned forms

Non-block or smaller skinned frozen halibut fillets use different statistical breaks.

0302.83.00Same rate: 35%

If imported whole, fresh or chilled

Whole fresh/chilled halibut falls under heading 0302, prior to filleting.

0309.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed into flours, meals, or pellets for human consumption

Post-processing halibut into edible pellets shifts to heading 0309 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact species (e.g

Reinhardtius hippoglossoides) on docs to match halibut statistical note and prevent flatfish generic

Use insulated reefer containers to maintain -18°C or below, with temp logs for FDA import alerts

Budget for potential antidumping duties on certain Pacific halibut origins; check ITA scopes

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