Chilled Head-Off Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin tuna with heads removed, gutted and gilled, packed in ice for sushi markets. Remains classified under HTS 0302.32.00.00 as it is still whole fish (not fillets) and fresh/chilled.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If skipjack variety
Skipjack tunas (Katsuwonus pelamis) have separate subheading 0302.92 within the tunas category.
If further processed into steaks or portions
Any cuts beyond simple head-off become 'other fish meat' under heading 0304.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, pellets fit for human consumption go to 0309, not 0302.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide detailed processing logs showing only gilling/gutting to confirm it remains 'whole fish' under 0302
• Label with country of catch and harvest date for traceability required by FDA seafood HACCP
• Avoid over-chilling that could mimic frozen state, risking shift to 0303
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