Cold-Smoked Brown Trout Sides from China
Sides of Salmo trutta (brown trout) cold-smoked at low temperatures for a silky texture, typically portioned for gourmet markets. This product is under HTS 0305.43.00.00 for smoked trout excluding offal, with smoking as the key process whether cooked before or during. Popular in charcuterie displays.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include lab tests for histamine levels, common in smoked fish, to pass FDA detention
• Use ISF filing early due to perishable nature; maintain below 38°F chain of custody records
• Declare net weight accurately, excluding packaging, to prevent valuation disputes