Brined King Salmon Roe
Brined roe from king (Chinook) salmon, cured in a saltwater brine for optimal freshness and gloss. Classified precisely under HTS 0305.20.40.20 for other salmon roe in brine, adhering to chapter exclusions for pellets or flours.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported fresh and chilled
Fresh chilled roe falls under heading 0302 for unfrozen fish, prior to any salting or brining.
If ground into flour or meal fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours/meals from 0305-0308, directing to 0309 for edible forms.
If herring roe, not salmon
Herring roe prepared differently is under specific Chapter 16 herring provisions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide brine composition details and salinity levels in entry docs for customs verification
• Ensure roe is not vacuum-packed if claiming 'in brine'; repacking may alter classification
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for salmon species origin to prevent seizures
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