IQF Farmed Atlantic Salmon Fresh Fillet Pieces
Individually quick frozen farmed Atlantic salmon fillet pieces that are declared and maintained in a chilled state upon import. These pieces are cut from farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and fall under tariff item 0304.52.00 as fresh or chilled Salmonidae fish meat, provided they arrive in fresh condition.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product arrives frozen
Frozen salmon fillets are classified under a different tariff item for frozen fish meat.
If imported as whole fish rather than fillets
Whole fresh or chilled salmon is classified under heading 03.02 for fresh or chilled fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product arrives in a fresh or chilled state, not frozen, to qualify for this tariff item
• Maintain a cold chain of 0-4°C and document the temperature upon arrival
• Verify that the salmon is farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and provide species documentation to the CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.52.00
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Chilled fillets of Arctic char (Salvelinus alpinus), a species of the Salmonidae family. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not frozen or minced, and are classified under tariff item 0304.52.00 for other fresh or chilled Salmonidae fish meat.
Chilled Atlantic Salmon Belly Meat
Fresh or chilled belly flaps from wild North Atlantic salmon, prized for curing into gravlax. These belly flaps are classified as other fish meat under tariff item 0304.52.00 for non-farmed Atlantic salmon, fresh or chilled, excluding minced or pellet forms.
Chilled Cherry Salmon Fillet
Chilled fillets from cherry salmon (Oncorhynchus masou form masou), classified as other Salmonidae fish meat under tariff item 0304.52.00. These skinless portions meet fresh or chilled fillet criteria.
Chilled Coho Salmon Fillets
Chilled fillets of coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), a member of the Salmonidae family. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not frozen or minced, and fall under tariff item 0304.52.00 for other fresh or chilled Salmonidae fish meat.
Chilled Farmed Norwegian Atlantic Salmon Fillets
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Chilled Non-Farmed Atlantic Salmon Offcut
Irregular offcuts and trimmings from wild Atlantic salmon filleting, chilled for further processing. These offcuts are fresh or chilled other fish meat from non-farmed Salmo salar, not agglomerated pellets, classified under tariff item 0304.52.00.