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Brined King Salmon Roe from Japan

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.

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
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  • FD4

    FDA · Required

    Food and Drug Administration

    FDA prior notice data is required 801(m)

    Licenses & permits (3)
    • FDA prior notice for food shipments, filed via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival source
    • FDA food facility registration for facilities that make, process, pack or hold the food source
    • FDA entry data in ACE with affirmation of compliance codes (registration, listing, approval numbers) source

CBP HTS reference file, Nov 9, 2026 · licenses and permits are the usual requirements for that agency program; confirm with the agency for your product

AD/CVD cases

No active AD/CVD case lists this HTS number.

CBP AD/CVD case reference, Nov 10, 2026 · Federal Register checked Nov 10, 2026

Import Tips

• 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