Frozen Pacific Sole Fillets Bulk Pack

Frozen skinless fillets from Pacific sole (Microstomus pacificus), shipped in immediate bulk containers over 6.8 kg for wholesale. Classified under HTS 0304.99.11.50 due to being frozen sole meat in large non-retail packaging. Meets chapter notes excluding human-consumption pellets or flours.

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.

0304.91Lower: 16% vs 35%

If in immediate containers weighing 6.8 kg or less

Smaller retail-sized frozen fish meat packs fall under 0304.91, differentiated by container weight.

0305.59Lower: 10% vs 35%

If dried, salted, or smoked even if frozen

Dried or salted fish products shift to heading 0305, regardless of frozen state.

0304.97.00.00Higher: 41% vs 35%

If swordfish or sturgeon instead of sole

Specific statistical breaks for high-value species like swordfish under 0304.97 exclude sole.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain FDA-approved supplier certificates confirming no mincing and proper freezing to IQF standards

Label with country of catch origin; bulk packs require commercial invoice detailing net weight and species

Watch for Section 609 shrimp provisions if any prawn contamination suspected, though not applicable to sole