Frozen Masou Salmon Fillet-Free Blocks from Japan
Frozen blocks of masou salmon (Oncorhynchus masou) in whole or dressed form, guaranteed free of fillets. Under HTS 0303.12.00 as other Pacific salmon frozen, not heading 0304 fish meat.
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
• Certify no fillet separation occurred post-freezing to avoid 0304 reclassification
• Include processing plant details for traceability in seafood import audits
• Label net weight accurately, excluding glaze ice common in frozen blocks