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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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