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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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