HS Code for Frozen pink salmon

Frozen pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) is classified under HS code 0303.12. Heading 0303 covers fish, frozen, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. This heading is specifically for whole fish or fish that has been headed, gutted, or tailed (H&G), but not filleted. Subheading 0303.12 is part of the group for Pacific salmon. The classification is determined by the species and the presentation. Pink salmon is one of the specific Pacific salmon species listed under this subheading, which also includes Cherry salmon (Oncorhynchus masou). The classification follows GRI 1, as the heading and subheading notes specifically identify the species and the frozen state. If the salmon were fresh or chilled, it would fall under heading 0302. If it were frozen fillets, it would move to heading 0304.

Products Included

• Whole frozen pink salmon
• Frozen pink salmon, headed and gutted (H&G)
• Frozen pink salmon, gutted and gilled
• Frozen pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) for industrial canning
• Frozen pink salmon with fins removed

Common Misclassification

Pink salmon is often misclassified under HS code 0303.11, which is reserved exclusively for Sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka). Another common error is using 0303.13, which is for Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho). Importers also frequently confuse whole frozen fish with fillets; if the pink salmon has been filleted, it must be classified under 0304.81 (Frozen fillets of Pacific salmon). Finally, if the salmon is smoked and then frozen, it falls under 0305.41, as the smoking process takes precedence over the frozen state in Chapter 3 hierarchy.

FAQ

What is the HS code for frozen pink salmon?

The HS code for frozen pink salmon (whole or H&G) is 0303.12.

Is pink salmon classified differently than Atlantic salmon?

Yes, pink salmon is a Pacific salmon (0303.12), while Atlantic salmon is classified under HS code 0303.13.