Chilled Steelhead Trout Fillet Alternative from Japan
Steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss), anadromous rainbow trout fillets chilled, sometimes classified under other Salmonidae in 0304.52.0090 if not distinctly trout-headed. Treated as salmon-like in some trade contexts. Fits 'other' for non-specific Salmonidae meat.
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
• Confirm with CBP ruling if steelhead qualifies as 'other' vs trout-specific codes
• Provide genetic or farm certification to distinguish from standard trout
• Monitor temperature thresholds to prevent frozen misclassification