Frozen Sockeye Salmon Exempt Alternative from Japan
Whole frozen cherry salmon (Oncorhynchus masou/rhodurus), a lesser-known Pacific species. Classed in HTS 0303.12.00 for other Pacific salmon frozen whole.
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
• Scientific verification essential for lesser-known species like masou to prevent sockeye misclassification
• Smaller market; ensure supplier certificates match listed species