Frozen Flounder Fillets from Germany
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.
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
• 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