Frozen Dover Sole Fillets

Frozen skinless fillets from Dover sole (Solea solea), a premium flatfish prized for its delicate flavor and firm texture. These fillets are processed, individually quick frozen (IQF), and classified under HTS 0304.83.50.15 as frozen fillets of sole from the Soleidae family, excluding mincing.

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.

0303.83.00Same rate: 35%

If fresh or chilled instead of frozen

Fresh or chilled sole fillets fall under heading 0303 for unfrozen fish fillets, changing the chapter based on preservation state.

0304.89.50Same rate: 35%

If from non-flatfish species like Pacific sole

Fillets from fish outside specified flatfish families (e.g., some Pacific soles) classify under other frozen fish fillets in 0304.89.

1604Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared

Prepared or preserved sole fillets move to Chapter 16 for processed fish, not raw frozen fillets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain CITES permits if sourcing from overfished stocks; sole species may require sustainability certifications like MSC

Ensure FDA prior notice filing and comply with HACCP for frozen seafood to prevent import holds

Verify country of origin labeling as 'Product of [Country]' to avoid disputes on flatfish identification