Frozen Flounder Fillets

Frozen yellowtail flounder fillets (Limanda ferruginea) from the Pleuronectidae family, prepared as skinless, boneless portions. Commonly used in retail fish sticks or gourmet dishes. Falls under HTS 0304.83.50 for other frozen flatfish fillets.

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.

0304.89.50Same rate: 35%

If from roundfish like cod or haddock

Non-flatfish frozen fillets go to the 'other fish' subheading.

0304.61.00Same rate: 35%

If rock lobster tails misdeclared as fillets

Crustacean products are in separate headings, not fish fillets.

1902.20.00Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If minced and made into fish paste products

Minced fish processed further enters prepared foodstuff chapters.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use NOAA FishWatch species guides for accurate naming to prevent CBP reclassification

Label with lot codes for recall traceability; ensure no histamine formation via proper freezing

For bulk imports, segregate from shrimp to avoid section 609 shrimp-specific restrictions