Headed and Gutted Salmon in Brine from China
Headed and eviscerated Atlantic salmon preserved in brine with salt, not further dried or smoked. Remains under HTS 0305.69.40.00 as whole-form salted salmon (not fillets/offal), compliant with chapter pellet definitions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.5%
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
• Document H&G process pre-brining to confirm not offal; photos or videos help
• Ensure brine covers entire product to prevent partial drying claims
• FDA prior notice required 2-8 hours pre-arrival for all fish imports