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U.S. exports of fresh or chilled plaice (HS 030222) totaled $82K in March 2026, traded with 1 country.
Last updated: March 2026 dataEuropean plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), a flatfish widely consumed in Northern and Western Europe, enters the US under a single tariff line (0302220000) covering whole or dressed fish excluding fillets, livers, and roe. US import volumes for fresh plaice are modest compared to other flatfish, reflecting the species' limited presence in North American fisheries and the logistical challenge of maintaining cold-chain quality over transatlantic air freight. Importers should ensure FDA prior notice is filed and that the shipment is accompanied by health certificates from the exporting country's competent authority. Correct species identification is important to avoid confusion with similar flatfish that classify under the broader NESOI flatfish heading.
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Fresh plaice imports are relatively niche in the US market, primarily serving European-style seafood restaurants and specialty retailers. Demand is concentrated in markets with large European diaspora communities. The perishable nature of fresh plaice and the transatlantic shipping distance make air freight the standard mode, which limits commercial scale.
Plaice refers specifically to Pleuronectes platessa and related species recognized under the HS nomenclature. Other flatfish not specifically named — such as flounder or dab — fall under the NESOI flatfish heading (030229). Importers should confirm the scientific name on commercial documentation to support the 0302220000 classification and avoid reclassification at entry.
Subheading 34 of 44 in heading 0302
Subheading 030222 · $0 of $219.3M
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Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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