Chilled European Hake Fillets in 2kg Pack
No, this is fillets - wrong. Corrected: Chilled European hake (Merluccius merluccius), scaled with guts removed, in a 2kg retail tray, fresh chilled. Classed under 0302.54.11.00 for scaled Merluccius hake in small immediate containers, excluding fillets of 0304.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for other Gadidae family fish like cod
Similar processing but different family/species like Gadus morhua uses separate subheading.
If cooked or otherwise processed
Any cooking, smoking, or preservation moves to prepared/preserved fish in Chapter 16.
If sold as mixed Gadidae species
Blends of multiple families from note families classified as other fish offal/edible parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'scaled hake' with species scientific name; avoid 'fillet' terms to prevent misclassification
• Use calibrated scales for container weights; declare gross weight accurately on entry
• Obtain health certificates confirming fresh/chilled status under 4°C from origin country
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