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U.S. imports of frozen chinook (king) salmon, whole or dressed (excluding fillets, livers & roes) (HS 0303120012) totaled $150K in June 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Importers of Frozen Chinook (King) Salmon, Whole or Dressed (Excluding Fillets, Livers & Roes) paid $9K in duties in June 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $94K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Frozen Chinook (King) Salmon, Whole or Dressed (Excluding Fillets, Livers & Roes) imports of $150K in June 2026 ran 66% below the year-to-date monthly average of $438K.
Chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha), also known as king salmon, commands premium pricing in the foodservice and retail sectors due to its exceptionally high fat content and large average size. Frozen whole or dressed chinook entering under code 0303120012 is excluded from fillet, liver, and roe presentations, which are classified separately. Wild chinook stocks are subject to fishery management restrictions in both the US and Canada, making supply availability sensitive to annual harvest quotas and escapement targets.
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The HTS schedule classifies Pacific salmon by species at the 10-digit level. Chinook (Oncorhynchus tshawytscha) falls under 0303120012, while sockeye, chum, pink, coho, and other Pacific species each have their own dedicated lines. The scientific name on the commercial invoice or catch certificate is the most reliable basis for correct species-level classification.
While sustainability certifications such as MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) do not affect US customs classification or duty rates, many major US retail and foodservice buyers require them as a procurement condition. Wild chinook fisheries vary in certification status by region and year, so importers should verify certification currency with their supplier before contracting.
Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHILE | $94K | -- | -$94K |
| CANADA | $56K | -- | -$56K |
| COLOMBIA | -- | -- | -- |
| CZECH REPUBLIC | -- | -- | -- |
| BAHAMAS | -- | -- | -- |
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No geographic breakdown available
U.S. trade for this product is not broken down by state or port in the latest Census Bureau release.