Frozen Albacore Tuna Loins
> Frozen albacore tuna loins are trimmed cuts from Thunnus alalunga, with head, viscera, and tail removed, packed in bulk for further processing. They are not fillets as defined in heading 03.04, as they retain the natural muscle structure and are intended for subsequent manufacturing. This product falls under tariff item 0303.41.00 as frozen albacore tuna, excluding edible fish offal of subheadings 0303.91 to 0303.99.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the loins are cut into fillets or pieces resembling fillets
Fillets of fish fall under heading 03.04, not 03.03.
If the product is not albacore but another tuna species
Other frozen tunas are classified under 0303.49.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Ensure the loins are clearly labeled as Thunnus alalunga and not mixed with other tuna species to avoid misclassification
• Provide a commercial invoice with the product's scientific name and freezing method to expedite CBSA clearance
• Verify that the loins are not considered fillets under heading 03.04; if they are cut into fillet shapes, reclassification may apply
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.41.00
Frozen Albacore Tuna Steaks
> Frozen albacore tuna steaks are transverse cross-sections of Thunnus alalunga, retaining skin and bone, and are not considered fillets. They are prepared by cutting the fish into steaks, which is a simple processing method that does not remove the flesh from the bone. These steaks fall under tariff item 0303.41.00 as frozen albacore tuna, excluding true fillets of heading 03.04.
Frozen Dressed Albacore Tuna
> Frozen dressed albacore tuna refers to Thunnus alalunga that has been headed, eviscerated, and tailed, retaining its basic fish form. This simple processing does not transform the product into a fillet or other preparation of heading 03.04. It is classified under tariff item 0303.41.00 as frozen albacore tuna, excluding offal and fillets.
Frozen Whole Albacore Tuna
> Frozen whole albacore tuna are entire Thunnus alalunga, ungutted and unprocessed except for freezing, caught in Pacific waters. They are not fillets or other prepared forms, and they are fit for human consumption. This product falls under tariff item 0303.41.00 as frozen albacore tuna, excluding edible offal and fillets.
IQF Frozen Albacore Tuna Chunks
> IQF frozen albacore tuna chunks are individually quick frozen cubes from Thunnus alalunga, skin-on with some bone, for retail packs. They are not fillets as they are irregular chunks, not slices of flesh. These chunks fall under tariff item 0303.41.00 as frozen albacore tuna, excluding fillets of heading 03.04.