Fresh Farmed Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Whole
Aquaculture-raised whole Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus), harvested and chilled immediately for sushi markets. Qualifies under HTS 0302.35.01.00 as fresh or chilled, provided no freezing or filleting occurs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If destined for canning industry as Lophius species fillets
Different species and end-use processing shift classification; bluefin for canning may go to prepared forms.
If including edible offal like livers or roe
Edible fish offal of tunas classified separately under 0302.91, not with whole fish.
If skipjack tuna instead
Skipjack (Katsuwonus pelamis) has its own subheading 0303.53 when frozen.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include farm origin certificates distinguishing from wild-caught for simplified CITES requirements
• Use insulated containers with temperature recorders; temperatures above -18°C confirm non-frozen status
Related Products under HTS 0302.35.01.00
Fresh Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Whole Fish
Whole fresh Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) caught in the Atlantic Ocean, delivered chilled on ice without any processing beyond heading and gutting. Classified under HTS 0302.35.01.00 as fresh or chilled Atlantic bluefin tuna, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304.
Chilled Pacific Bluefin Tuna Headed and Gutted
Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) chilled on ice, with head removed and gutted for freshness preservation during transport. Remains classified as fresh/chilled whole fish under HTS 0302.35.01.00 since not further processed into fillets.
Chilled Bluefin Tuna for Sashimi Whole
Premium whole bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus or orientalis) chilled to sushi-grade standards, typically air-shipped for high-end restaurants. HTS 0302.35.01.00 applies to fresh/chilled excluding fillets.
Ice-Slurried Pacific Bluefin Tuna Gilled
Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) gilled (gills removed) and packed in ice slurry for optimal freshness during ocean transport. Still qualifies as fresh/chilled whole fish under HTS 0302.35.01.00.