Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets from China
Thin, delicate frozen fillets from lemon sole (Microstomus kitt), a small flatfish in Pleuronectidae, often used in gourmet dishes. Quick-frozen to maintain texture. Fits 'other' category under HTS 0304.83.50.90 for frozen flatfish fillets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Confirm no mincing; even partial mincing reclassifies to other fish meat subheadings
• Use refrigerated containers and temperature logs to avoid spoilage claims at entry
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