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Canned Sockeye Salmon in Water

Canned sockeye salmon packed in water, featuring whole or large pieces of the fish, not minced. This product falls under HTS 1604.11.40.30 as it is prepared sockeye salmon, canned, aligning with the hierarchy for preserved salmon other than Atlantic or coho varieties.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1604.11.40.40Same rate: 37.5%

If labeled as red salmon

Sockeye is often commercially termed 'red salmon', directing it to the specific statistical subheading.

1604.19.41.00Higher: 47.5% vs 37.5%

If minced

Minced salmon preparations shift to the 'other prepared or preserved salmon' category excluding whole or pieces.

0303Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If frozen fresh, not prepared or preserved

Unprocessed frozen sockeye fillets remain under live, fresh, or frozen fish in Chapter 3.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify species identification through FDA documentation to confirm sockeye (Oncorhynchus nerka) and avoid misclassification

• Ensure cans meet FDA seafood HACCP standards and provide lot traceability for customs clearance

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on Pacific salmon from certain countries like Canada or Chile