Chilled Farm-Raised Atlantic Salmon from Japan
Whole farm-raised Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) maintained at chilled temperatures post-harvest, typically in Styrofoam boxes with ice. This falls under HTS 0302.14.00 for fresh or chilled salmonidae of the named species, distinct from fillets or offal.
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
• Provide aquaculture certification and antibiotic-free declarations if applicable for FDA entry
• Monitor for residue testing requirements under US seafood import monitoring program
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient ice causing partial freezing, leading to 0303 classification