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Frozen Pacific Halibut Fillets from China

Frozen skinless fillets from Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis), a flatfish species belonging to the Pleuronectidae family. These fillets are prepared by removing skin, bones, and viscera, then quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0304.83.50 as frozen fillets of other flatfish not specified elsewhere in the heading.

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

Verify species identification with scientific names (e.g

Hippoglossus stenolepis) via certificates to confirm flatfish classification and avoid misclassification

Ensure CITES documentation if applicable for certain halibut stocks; comply with FDA seafood HACCP and temperature logs for frozen products

Provide prior notice to FDA via ACE system at least 2 hours before arrival to prevent holds at port