Frozen Dover Sole Fillets in Bulk from Japan
Frozen fillets of Dover sole (Solea solea), packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, suitable for foodservice or processing. This product falls under HTS 0304.99.11.50 as frozen other fish meat specifically identified as sole, in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. It excludes fresh, chilled, or minced forms.
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%
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific names (e.g
• Solea solea) via documentation to confirm 'sole' classification and avoid reclassification
• Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents; provide gross weight certificates to prevent shifts to retail packaging subheadings
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for contaminants; include prior notice via ACE system