Frozen Brown Trout Headed & Gutted from Japan
Frozen brown trout (Salmo trutta) prepared as headed and gutted (H&G) but retaining skeletal structure. Falls under HTS 0303.14.00.00 as not fillets.
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
• Document exact processing level to distinguish H&G from skinless/boneless
• Provide photos or processing certificates if CBP questions classification
• Calculate duties based on drained weight excluding block ice