Frozen Pink Salmon Whole Fish from Japan
Whole frozen pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha), also known as humpback or hump ie salmon, caught from Pacific waters. This product is classified under HTS 0303.12.00.32 as frozen Pacific salmon, specifically the pink variety, excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304 and not processed into offal. It is typically imported in bulk for further processing into fillets or value-added products.
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Import Tips
• Verify species identification through documentation like catch certificates to confirm Oncorhynchus gorbuscha and avoid misclassification
• Comply with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 requiring certification that shrimp-free processing equipment was used, even for salmon
• Include FDA prior notice and ensure proper cold chain documentation to prevent spoilage claims at customs