Iced Pacific Anchovies (Engraulis mordax)
Northern anchovies (Engraulis mordax) from California Current, shipped iced for freshness. HTS 0302.42.00.00 covers these fresh/chilled Engraulis spp. fish, used in sushi, bait, or processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If marinated or in oil post-import
Prepared/preserved anchovies in various media fall under 1604, not fresh.
If only livers/roes imported
Fish livers and roes have dedicated subheadings 0302.91-0302.99.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• FDA prior notice required 2-8 hours pre-arrival for all fish imports
• Ensure no binders or compression; chapter notes define 'pellets' separately
Related Products under HTS 0302.42.00.00
Fresh Peruvian Anchovies (Engraulis ringens)
Freshly caught Peruvian anchovies (Engraulis ringens), a small oily fish harvested from the Pacific Ocean, delivered chilled on ice. Classified under HTS 0302.42.00.00 as fresh or chilled anchovies of the Engraulis spp., excluding fillets or processed meat. These are typically used for bait, fishmeal production, or direct human consumption.
Chilled European Anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus)
Chilled Mediterranean anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) packed in insulated boxes with ice for retail or foodservice. Falls under HTS 0302.42.00.00 specifically for fresh or chilled anchovies of Engraulis spp., distinct from frozen or filleted forms. Commonly used in gourmet dishes like pizza toppings or fresh salads.
Fresh Bay Anchovies (Anchoa mitchilli)
Note: While Anchoa spp. are related, strict Engraulis spp. classification applies here; this represents pure Engraulis imports. Fresh bay-area anchovies kept chilled. HTS 0302.42.00.00 for whole fresh/chilled anchovies.
Fresh Anchoveta (Engraulis ringens)
Fresh anchoveta from Chilean waters (Engraulis ringens), small forage fish kept chilled for industrial or direct sale. Precisely matches HTS 0302.42.00.00 for fresh/chilled anchovies excluding fillets. Primarily destined for fish oil, meal, or bait industries.