U.S. imports of Fresh or Chilled Turbot (HS 030224) totaled $462K in August 2026, imported from 7 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Turbot paid $26K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 5.61% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Fresh or Chilled Turbot imports of $462K in August 2026 ran 94% above the year-to-date monthly average of $238K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataTurbot (Scophthalmus maximus), a high-value European flatfish distinct from Greenland turbot, enters the US under 0302240000 and is primarily sourced from Spain, France, and Portugal — countries with established aquaculture operations for this species. South Korea also appears among leading suppliers, reflecting its farmed turbot industry. Because turbot commands premium prices in fine-dining markets, shipments typically move by air freight, and any admissibility issue at FDA entry review can result in significant commercial loss. Importers should note that the term 'turbot' in US trade can cause confusion with Greenland halibut (also called Greenland turbot), which classifies under a separate heading.
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True turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) is a European flatfish classified under 030224, while Greenland halibut — commercially called Greenland turbot — is a different species (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides) classified under 030221. The scientific name on the commercial invoice and catch or aquaculture certificate is the definitive basis for classification; relying on the common name alone creates reclassification risk.
Most fresh turbot reaching the US market is farmed rather than wild-caught, with Spain, France, and South Korea operating significant turbot aquaculture facilities. Farmed supply provides more consistent sizing and year-round availability compared to wild fisheries, which is important for restaurant buyers seeking predictable product specifications.
Subheading 18 of 44 in heading 0302
Subheading 030224 · $462K of $241.8M
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0302240000 | Turbots, Fr/Ch, Except Fillet, Liver & Roe | $462K | 5.61% | 53.66% | $26K |
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12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $2.6M of Fresh or Chilled Turbot.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 2 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Canada and Spain together supply 72% of it. South Korea pays 12.5% duty; Canada 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
46.3% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 5.61% of imports for consumption.