Scaled Blue Whiting with Guts Removed in 300g Pouch
Fresh chilled blue whiting (Micromesistius poutassou), scaled and eviscerated but with heads and fins on, in a 300g stand-up pouch. This product qualifies for HTS 0302.56.11.00 as minimally processed scaled fish in a container ≤6.8 kg.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from different families like Ophiidae
Other fish families not listed (e.g., eelpout) classify under 0302.96, excluding specific Gadidae.
If pelletized for human food
Pellets fit for human consumption go to Chapter 19 per chapter note, not Chapter 3.
If sold as baitfish set
Fish for bait in sets classify under 0307, differing from retail food use.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use calibrated scales for container verification and include weight declarations on entry summary (CBP Form 7501)
• Provide traceability docs from EU or Patagonian fisheries confirming blue whiting species
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