Chilled Wild-Caught Atlantic Salmon Whole

Ungutted whole wild Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar), fresh or chilled, harvested from North Atlantic fisheries. Falls under 0302.14.0004 as not farmed Atlantic salmon, excluding processed fillets or offal. Ideal for high-end sushi or whole roasting.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.14.00Same rate: 35%

If presented frozen

Freezing changes classification from fresh/chilled 0302 to frozen fish 0303.

0305.41.00Higher: 40% vs 35%

If dried, smoked, or salted

Any preservation beyond chilling (e.g., smoking) shifts to heading 0305.

1604.11.20Higher: 41% vs 35%

If cooked or canned

Prepared or preserved wild salmon products go to Chapter 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide fishery management documentation confirming sustainable wild harvest to meet U.S. import standards

Label clearly as 'wild Atlantic salmon' with species scientific name to comply with FDA seafood labeling

Inspect for ice glaze; excessive ice may trigger frozen classification under 0303

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