Fresh Chilled Lake Trout

Lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush), fresh or chilled, classified in HTS 0302.19.00.00 as other Salmonidae excluding specified types. Large freshwater species used in commercial fishing.

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.

0303.39.01Same rate: 35%

If partially processed and frozen

Frozen lake trout or dressed forms fall under 0303.39 for other frozen Salmonidae.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If prepared and preserved without vinegar

Preserved lake trout (not caviar) in airtight containers shifts to Chapter 16 prepared fish.

2309.90Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

If turned into animal feed pellets

Pellets not fit for human consumption (per chapter note) are under 2309 as animal feed.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide chain-of-custody docs from harvest to import for sustainability claims and customs verification

Ensure no glazing or additives; declare net weight accurately to dodge overvaluation penalties

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