Gutted Fresh Plaice with Head On
Fresh or chilled plaice that has been gutted but retains head, tail, and skin, meeting the definition of whole fish under heading 0302. This specific flatfish (Pleuronectes platessa) is imported for European cuisine markets. Classification remains 0302.22.00.00 as it is not filleted or turned into other fish meat.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If subjected to temperatures below freezing
Any freezing process moves the product to frozen fish headings in 0303, even if previously gutted.
If not specifically plaice but another unspecified flatfish
General flatfish offal or LTO (live, fresh, chilled) falls under 0302.99 if species identification is ambiguous.
If cooked, smoked, or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved plaice (e.g., cooked fillets) shifts to Chapter 16 for prepared fish products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'gutted plaice, head on' with lot traceability to distinguish from fillets during customs inspection
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system at least 2 hours before arrival for seafood imports
• Watch for reclassification if ice glaze exceeds 0.5% of weight, potentially treated as frozen
Related Products under HTS 0302.22.00.00
Fresh Chilled European Plaice Whole Fish
Whole fresh or chilled Plaice (Pleuronectes platessa), a flatfish from the Pleuronectidae family, typically weighing 0.5-2 kg per fish. This product is classified under HTS 0302.22.00.00 as fresh or chilled flatfish, specifically plaice, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304. It is sold ungutted or gutted for retail or foodservice use.
Ungutted Wild-Caught Chilled Plaice
Whole ungutted plaice (Pleuronectes platessa) caught in the North Atlantic, packed in ice for chilled transport. This raw, fresh product fits HTS 0302.22.00.00 as chilled flatfish excluding fillets, ideal for sushi-grade or whole roasting preparations.
Head-Off Gutted Chilled Plaice
Chilled plaice with head removed but body intact, gilled, and gutted for reduced waste. Still qualifies as whole fish under HTS 0302.22.00.00 since not filleted; common in wholesale seafood markets.
Ice-Packed Fresh Plaice for Retail
Fresh plaice packed on ice in styrofoam boxes for supermarket display, whole with scales intact. Classified under 0302.22.00.00 for chilled plaice, ensuring short shelf life and freshness for consumer markets.