Frozen Brown Trout from Japan
Whole frozen brown trout (Salmo trutta), a river-dwelling Salmonidae species, preserved by freezing for export. HTS 0303.19.0100 applies to this 'other' frozen Salmonidae fish excluding fillets of 0304.
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
• Label packages clearly with species name and 'whole frozen fish' to facilitate CBP examination
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all seafood imports to avoid detention
• Ensure temperature logs during transit to maintain frozen state, preventing reclassification as thawed