Canned Chum Salmon for Dogs from China
Canned chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), also known as dog salmon, specifically prepared and packed for use as pet food. This product falls under HTS 1604.11.40.10 as it is canned chum salmon, distinct from other salmon varieties due to its species and designation for dog consumption. It is processed whole or in pieces, not minced, meeting the chapter's criteria for prepared fish.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) with FDA documentation to confirm classification under 1604.11.40.10
• Label clearly as 'dog food' to distinguish from human-grade salmon and comply with pet food import regulations
• Ensure cans meet FDA seafood safety standards; common pitfall is inadequate processing records leading to rejections