Frozen Sockeye Salmon Exempt Alternative from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Scientific verification essential for lesser-known species like masou to prevent sockeye misclassification
• Smaller market; ensure supplier certificates match listed species