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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus)
Bigeye tuna fresh/chilled uses 0302.39, separate from Atlantic/Pacific bluefin specificity.
If imported as livers or roe separately
Fish livers, roes, and milt of tuna have dedicated heading 0306.
If made into pellets unfit for human consumption
Pellets (per chapter note) for animal feed go to 0309.90, excluding human food pellets.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Slurry packing acceptable if core temperature remains above freezing point; document with probes
• Avoid 'tuna loins' terminology which implies partial filleting under 0304
• Seasonal quotas may apply; check USFWS for bluefin import restrictions
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.
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.