Frozen Sockeye Salmon Gilled and Gutted from Japan
Frozen sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka, akin to masou/rhodurus variants) gilled and gutted, maintained as whole fish. Classifies under HTS 0303.12.00.62 for other Pacific salmon frozen. Prized for red flesh in burgers and steaks.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide HACCP plan summary for seafood processors; FDA audits common for salmon imports
• Label net weight accurately excluding glaze/ice to avoid duty overpayments
• Beware of mislabeling as trout, which could shift to other salmonidae codes