Frozen Turbot Fillets

Skinless, boneless frozen fillets from turbot (Scophthalmus maximus), a high-value flatfish in the Scophthalmidae family. Individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail or foodservice. Classified in HTS 0304.83.50.90 for other frozen flatfish fillets beyond named species.

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.

0302.83.00.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as whole frozen fish

Whole frozen flatfish are in 0302; filleting changes to 0304 for fish meat.

0304.83Same rate: 35%

If tilapia fillets

Tilapia, not flatfish, falls under subheading 0304.83.40 specifically.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If processed into pellets fit for human consumption

Pellets from fish suitable for human food are in 0309 per chapter notes, not fillets.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Use NAICS codes for seafood processing on entry forms and include commercial invoice with HTS breakdown

Comply with USDA/APHIS import permits if concerned about disease vectors in flatfish

Document chain of custody from vessel to freezer to prevent reclassification as whole fish

Related Products under HTS 0304.83.50.90

Frozen Pacific Halibut Fillets

Frozen skinless fillets from Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis), a flatfish species belonging to the Pleuronectidae family. These fillets are prepared by removing bones and skin, then quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0304.83.50.90 as frozen fillets of other flatfish, excluding specific flatfish like plaice, flounder, and sole.

Frozen Dover Sole Fillets

Frozen fillets of Dover sole (Solea solea), part of the Soleidae family of flatfish, typically skinned and boneless. These premium white-fleshed fillets are flash-frozen at sea or onshore. Fits HTS 0304.83.50.90 as 'other' frozen flatfish fillets not specified in prior subheadings like flounder.

Frozen Brill Fillets

Frozen block or IQF fillets of brill (Scophthalmus rhombus), a European flatfish from Bothidae family, prized for mild flavor. Skin-off and pin-boned for convenience. HTS 0304.83.50.90 covers these as other frozen flatfish fillets.

Frozen Lemon Sole Fillets

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.

Frozen Witch Flounder Fillets

Frozen fillets of witch flounder (Glyptocephalus cynoglossus), a deep-water flatfish from Pleuronectidae found in North Atlantic. Boned and vacuum-packed frozen. Classified as other frozen flatfish fillets in HTS 0304.83.50.90.

Frozen European Plaice Fillets

IQF frozen skinless fillets from European plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), though plaice often has specific codes, this 'other' covers variants. Mild-flavored flatfish for everyday use. HTS 0304.83.50.90 for unspecified flatfish frozen fillets.