Frozen Chum Salmon Whole Fish from Japan
Whole frozen chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), also known as dog salmon, imported as entire fish without filleting or further processing. This falls under HTS 0303.12.00.22 as frozen Pacific salmon of the chum variety, excluding fillets and offal. It is typically used for industrial processing into pet food or fishmeal.
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 via scientific naming (Oncorhynchus keta) and obtain CITES documentation if required for endangered stocks
• Ensure chain of custody records from catch to freeze to comply with FDA seafood HACCP and avoid detention
• Label clearly as 'chum salmon' to match HTS description; mislabeling as sockeye can trigger reclassification