U.S. imports of Fresh or Chilled Flatfish (Other) (HS 030229) totaled $847K in August 2026, imported from 7 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Flatfish (Other) paid $27K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 3.18% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: August 2026 dataFlatfish species not covered by the named headings for halibut, plaice, sole, or turbot — most notably flounder — are classified here, with the US schedule separating flounder (0302290110) from other residual flatfish (0302290190). Mexico and South Korea are the leading US suppliers under this heading, followed by Canada, Japan, and Portugal, reflecting a diverse mix of Pacific and Atlantic species. Section 301 tariffs may affect imports from certain origins depending on the specific tariff line and country of origin, so importers should verify current trade-remedy applicability. FDA prior notice is required for all fresh fish entries, and species-level documentation is important to confirm that the product does not belong in a more specific named heading.
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99 import shipments a month
The US schedule carves out flounder as a named species group at 0302290110, while 0302290190 captures all other fresh or chilled flatfish not specifically enumerated. Importers should identify the species by scientific name on commercial documentation; if the species is a recognized flounder (family Pleuronectidae or Paralichthyidae), it belongs at 0302290110 rather than the NESOI line.
Section 301 tariffs target goods of Chinese origin and generally do not apply to imports from South Korea or Japan. However, importers sourcing flatfish from any origin should confirm the current trade-remedy landscape with a licensed customs broker, as tariff schedules and applicable measures can change. Country of origin must be accurately declared to ensure the correct duty treatment.
Subheading 14 of 44 in heading 0302
Subheading 030229 · $847K of $241.8M
ImportsExports
Imports
$847KYoY · free account
Exports
$3KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $8.8M of Fresh or Chilled Flatfish (Other).
Through August 2026 · exports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0302290110 | Flounder, Fr/Ch, Except Fillets, Livers and Roes | $814K | 3.31% | 30.44% | $27K |
| 0302290190 | Flatfish, Fr/Ch, Except Fillet, Liver & Roe, NESOI | $33K | 0.00% | 0.00% | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0302290100 | Flatfish NESOI Except Fillet, Liver Roe Fresh/Chld | $3K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
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Canada and South Korea together supply 68% of it. Japan pays 12.5% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
70.7% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 3.18% of imports for consumption.