IQF Frozen Coho Salmon Portions from Japan
Individually quick frozen (IQF) coho salmon in large portions, still considered whole fish as not filleted. HTS 0303.12.00.52 applies to these frozen Pacific silver salmon excluding heading 0304 fillets. Popular for restaurant supply due to convenience.
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
• Specify IQF process in entry docs to confirm it doesn't constitute filleting under 0304
• Comply with USDC NOAA requirements for wild-caught vs farmed coho origin declaration
• Test for histamine levels in frozen seafood to meet FDA import refusal standards