Frozen Atlantic Halibut Fillets

Frozen skinless fillets from Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus), a flatfish species belonging to the Pleuronectidae family. These fillets are cut from the fish carcass, individually quick frozen (IQF), and packaged for retail or foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.83.50.25 as frozen fillets of halibut, a specific flatfish.

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 sold as whole frozen halibut

Whole frozen fish excluding fillets fall under heading 0303 for flatfish, not processed into fillets.

0304.89Lower: 10% vs 35%

If skin-on or not meeting 'fillet' purity standards

Fillets with skin or attached meat may classify as other frozen fish meat under 0304.89, outside strict halibut subheading.

1604.19.41Higher: 45% vs 35%

If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared

Prepared or preserved halibut products move to Chapter 16, not fresh/chilled/frozen fillets in Chapter 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification with scientific name (Hippoglossus hippoglossus) via documentation to confirm halibut classification

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and proper labeling for frozen fish fillets; include country of origin and lot codes

Obtain import permits if sourced from regulated fisheries; avoid misdeclaration as generic flatfish to prevent reclassification

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Frozen Halibut Loins

Frozen halibut loins, which are thick center-cut fillets from either Atlantic or Pacific halibut, skinless and boneless. These premium portions are ideal for steaks or grilling after thawing. Classified under HTS 0304.83.50.25 as they meet the definition of frozen halibut fillets.

Frozen Halibut Fillet Portions

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Frozen Pacific Halibut Fillets

Frozen boneless fillets from Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis), a prized flatfish from North Pacific waters. These premium fillets are skinless, trimmed, and blast-frozen to preserve texture and flavor. HTS 0304.83.50.25 applies specifically to frozen halibut fillets as a flatfish subcategory.

IQF Frozen Greenland Halibut Fillets

Individually quick frozen (IQF) fillets of Greenland halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides), a deep-water flatfish. These small, tender fillets are skinless and vacuum-packed for convenience. Fits HTS 0304.83.50.25 as frozen halibut fillets within the flatfish group.

Skinless Frozen Black Halibut Fillets

Frozen fillets from black halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides variant), a deep-sea flatfish, processed skinless for sushi-grade quality. Blast-frozen immediately post-harvest to lock in freshness. HTS 0304.83.50.25 covers these as specific frozen halibut flatfish fillets.