Frozen King Salmon Roe
Premium frozen roe from Chinook (king) salmon, known for its rich flavor and larger size, frozen whole or lightly separated. Directly under HTS 0303.91.4040 for frozen salmon roe as edible offal. Used in high-end gastronomy and as a caviar substitute.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sturgeon roe (true caviar)
Sturgeon roe has its own subheading 0303.81, separate from salmon under 'livers, roes and milt' due to species-specific classification.
If mixed with fish meat scraps
If roe includes significant meat content, it may classify as frozen fish meat offal under 0304 instead of pure roe.
If made into pasta products
Roe incorporated into stuffed pasta shifts to Chapter 19 for prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'roe' not 'caviar' to avoid luxury duties; ensure chain-of-custody docs from harvest to freeze
• Pitfall: contamination risks require HACCP plans for seafood importers
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Frozen Atlantic Salmon Roe
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Frozen Sockeye Salmon Roe
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Frozen Wild Alaskan Salmon Roe
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