Chilled Head-Off Sockeye Salmon from Japan
Sockeye salmon processed by removing the head but retaining the body intact, packed on ice for chilled transport. Falls under HTS 0302.13.0042 as it remains whole fish (not fillets) of the specific Pacific sockeye species, fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'head-off sockeye salmon' with scientific name to prevent reclassification as parts
• Include bills of lading specifying chilled condition and processing limited to head removal
• Test for histamine levels as chilled wild salmon is prone to scombroid risk during import