Gutted and Gilled Chum Salmon from Japan
Fresh or chilled chum salmon that has been gutted and gilled but otherwise whole, maintaining its classification as unprepared whole fish. Classified under HTS 0302.13.0022 for Pacific chum (dog) salmon, fresh or chilled, as minimal preparation does not constitute filleting or meat separation per HTS notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label as 'gutted chum salmon' with country of origin and harvest date for traceability
• Avoid exceeding 0°C during transit to stay classified as 'fresh or chilled' not frozen
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Pacific salmon from certain origins like Chile or Canada