Frozen Chinook Salmon for Sashimi Blocks
Large frozen blocks of Chinook salmon, head-off and pin-boned, destined for Japanese sashimi slicing. These are whole-equivalent Pacific salmon, not fillets, and therefore fall under tariff item 0303.12.00 for other frozen Pacific salmon.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the salmon is cut into fillets
Fillets of Pacific salmon are classified under heading 0304, not 0303.
If the salmon is smoked
Smoked Pacific salmon falls under heading 0305 for smoked fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as frozen whole-equivalent salmon, not fillets, to avoid misclassification under 0304
• Provide a commercial invoice with the scientific name Oncorhynchus tschawytscha to expedite CBSA processing
• Verify the country of origin for applicable trade agreements that may reduce the duty rate
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.12.00
Bulk Frozen Chum Salmon for Fishmeal
Frozen whole or block chum salmon imported in large totes for reduction into fishmeal and oil. These are not fit for human consumption as pellets, and are classified under tariff item 0303.12.00 for other frozen Pacific salmon.
Bulk Frozen Coho Salmon Blocks
Frozen coho salmon frozen in large blocks for industrial portioning, consisting of whole fish. These are classified under tariff item 0303.12.00 as Pacific silver salmon blocks, not fillets.
Bulk Frozen Pink Salmon for Canning
Bulk packed frozen whole pink salmon destined for canning industry, Pacific origin. These are classified under tariff item 0303.12.00 for frozen pink (humpie) salmon, excluding fillets or offal.
Frozen Alaskan King Salmon Whole
Whole frozen Chinook salmon sourced from Alaskan waters, premium grade for smoking or filleting. This product falls under tariff item 0303.12.00 as 'Other Pacific salmon' because it is a frozen whole fish of the species Oncorhynchus tschawytscha, not a fillet or offal.
Frozen Chinook Salmon Collars
Frozen salmon collars (shoulder cuts with bone) from Chinook, popular in Asian cuisine. This product falls under tariff item 0303.12.00 as 'Other Pacific salmon' because it is a frozen part of the fish that is not a fillet or offal, and the species is listed in the item.
Frozen Chinook Salmon Half Bodies
Frozen half-side Chinook salmon bodies (head/tail off, one side), for large-scale processing. This product falls under tariff item 0303.12.00 as 'Other Pacific salmon' because it is a frozen whole fish presentation, not a fillet or offal, and the species is listed in the item.