Frozen Turbot Fillets from Germany
Frozen skinless fillets from turbot (Scophthalmus maximus), a premium flatfish from the Scophthalmidae family, packed for retail or foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.83.50.30 as frozen fillets of turbot, specified within flatfish categories excluding certain species like halibut or sole. These are whole fillets, not minced, meeting chapter definitions for fish meat.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Scophthalmus maximus) via documentation to avoid misclassification; obtain health certificates confirming frozen state and no human consumption adulterants
• Watch for Section 609 shrimp provisions if cross-contaminated, though not applicable to finfish