Frozen Skinned Turbot Fillet Blocks

Frozen blocks of skinned turbot fillets (Scophthalmus maximus), each weighing over 4.5 kg, imported specifically for further processing into minced, ground, or uniformly cut pieces. Classified under HTS 0304.83.10.30 as frozen fillets of turbot, a flatfish from the Scophthalmidae family, in blocks over 4.5 kg intended for mincing. Meets chapter notes excluding human-consumption-ready pellets.

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.

0304.82.10.00Same rate: 35%

If not explicitly intended for mincing, grinding, or uniform cutting

Blocks over 4.5 kg without documented processing purpose fall under general skinned frozen flatfish fillets, not the specific 'imported to be minced' subheading.

0303.83.00.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled rather than frozen

Fresh/chilled turbot fillets are classified in heading 0303 for non-frozen flatfish meat, changing the chapter based on preservation state.

0304.89.10Same rate: 35%

If skin-on fillets

Skin-on frozen turbot blocks shift to unskinned flatfish category, as 0304.83 requires skinned fillets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide documentation proving blocks are over 4.5 kg and destined for mincing/processing to qualify under 0304.83.10.30; otherwise, may shift to general frozen fillets

Ensure supplier certificates confirm turbot species (Scophthalmidae) and skinless condition to avoid reclassification as unskinned flatfish

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for contaminants; common pitfall is inadequate proof of processing intent leading to higher duties