Frozen Grey Sole Fillets from Japan
Frozen witch or grey sole fillets (Glyptocephalus cynoglossus), a deep-water flatfish from Atlantic waters with firm white meat. Processed and frozen whole fillets under HTS 0304.83.50.15 for sole within Cynoglossidae-related flatfish.
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
• Declare net weight of fillets excluding glaze/icing to avoid overvaluation penalties
• Ensure antibiotic residue testing for Asian-sourced sole to pass FDA import refusals
• Use 'flatfish - sole' in entry summary for CBP review; photograph samples if audited