0304.83.50.90/Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets/Japan

Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets from Japan

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 — 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%

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