Frozen Yellowtail Flounder Fillets from Japan
Frozen block fillets of yellowtail flounder (Limanda ferruginea), a prized Northeast Atlantic flatfish known for mild flavor. Typically skin-on or off per buyer spec, for institutional use. Under HTS 0304.83.5020 as other frozen 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
• Separate flounder from regulated species like yellowfin tuna in mixed shipments
• Validate fishing vessel flags against US sanctions or IUU (illegal/unreported) lists
• Use NAUPA-approved labs for species verification if challenged by Customs