Chilled Scaled Whiting in 6kg Tin
Freshly caught and chilled whiting (Merlangius merlangus) from the Gadidae family, scaled with heads, viscera, and fins removed, packed in immediate airtight containers weighing 6kg or less with contents. This falls under HTS 0302.59.11.00 as it meets the criteria for scaled Gadidae fish, not further processed, in small retail containers.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in bulk packaging over 6.8kg
Same scaled Gadidae fish but in larger immediate containers shifts to subheading for bulk trade, higher volume shipments.
If frozen instead of chilled
Frozen scaled fish of these families moves to Chapter 3 heading 0303, as temperature state determines fresh/chilled vs frozen distinction.
If filleted or further processed beyond scaling
Fillets or meat from these fish species classify under heading 0304, excluding whole/scaled forms in 0302.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fish species belongs to Gadidae family (e.g
• whiting) via scientific documentation to confirm HTS classification
• Ensure immediate containers ≤6.8kg gross weight; provide weight certificates to avoid reclassification to bulk headings
• Maintain cold chain documentation (≤4°C) for 'chilled' status; FDA prior notice required for seafood imports
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