Frozen Sockeye Salmon Whole Fish from Japan
Whole frozen sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka), typically weighing 2-5 kg each, caught in Alaskan waters and flash-frozen at sea to preserve freshness. This product falls under HTS 0303.11.00.00 as it is frozen sockeye salmon excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304 and not classified as edible 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
• Verify species identification with scientific name Oncorhynchus nerka via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide catch certificates for traceability
• Watch for Section 232 tariffs on seafood; confirm country of origin as sockeye is often from Canada or Alaska