Frozen Windowpane Flounder Fillets from Japan
Frozen translucent fillets from windowpane flounder (Scophthalmus aquosus), a small flatfish used in sushi or light dishes. Portion-controlled and frozen. HTS 0304.83.5020 designation for flounder flatfish 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
• Size fillets consistently to match invoice descriptions and avoid valuation issues
• Screen for heavy metals common in bottom-dwelling flatfish per FDA guidance
• Use proper HTS suffix for statistical reporting of minor flatfish species