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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Scientific verification essential for lesser-known species like masou to prevent sockeye misclassification
• Smaller market; ensure supplier certificates match listed species