HS Code for Frozen chum salmon

Frozen chum salmon is classified under HS code 0303.12. This classification is found in Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans. Heading 0303 is dedicated to frozen fish, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. The 0303.1x subheadings specifically address Pacific salmon. Subheading 0303.12 covers several species of Pacific salmon, including Oncorhynchus keta (chum salmon), Oncorhynchus gorbuscha (pink salmon), Oncorhynchus tschawytscha (chinook salmon), Oncorhynchus kisutch (coho salmon), Oncorhynchus masou (masu salmon), and Oncorhynchus rhodurus (biwa salmon). It specifically excludes sockeye salmon. This code applies to the whole fish, whether it is round, headed and gutted (H&G), or otherwise dressed, provided it has not been sliced into fillets. The classification is species-specific and state-specific (frozen), following the General Interpretative Rules (GIR) to ensure the product is categorized by its biological identity and preservation method.

Products Included

• Whole frozen chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta)
• Frozen chum salmon, headed and gutted (H&G)
• Frozen chum salmon, gilled and gutted
• Frozen pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha)

Common Misclassification

A common misclassification is HS code 0303.11, which is exclusively for frozen sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka). Another frequent error is using 0304.81, which is for frozen salmon fillets; once the salmon is filleted, it moves from heading 0303 to 0304. Additionally, fresh or chilled chum salmon should be classified under 0302.13. If the salmon is smoked, it falls under 0305.41, regardless of whether it is subsequently frozen, as smoking is a more specific preservation method than freezing.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen chum salmon?

The HS code for frozen chum salmon is 0303.12.

Does this code include salmon fillets?

No, frozen salmon fillets are classified under HS code 0304.81. Code 0303.12 is for whole or dressed fish only.