Fresh Mullet Roe
Fresh mullet roe consists of the egg masses extracted from female grey mullet fish (Mugil cephalus), typically chilled to maintain freshness. It is classified under HTS 0302.91.4010 as fresh or chilled mullet roe, specifically within the category of edible fish roes excluding fillets and other fish meat. This product is a delicacy often used in sushi and seafood dishes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen mullet roe shifts to heading 0302.92 for frozen fish livers, roes, and milt, as the preservation method changes the chapter subheading.
If processed into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, flours, meals, or pellets from fish roe suitable for human consumption are classified under 0309, not 0302-0308.
If cooked, smoked, or simply preserved
Prepared or preserved mullet roe (e.g., salted or in oil) falls under Chapter 16 for prepared fish products, excluding fresh or chilled forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the roe is from fresh or chilled mullet and provide species certification to confirm classification under 0302.91.4010
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP requirements and maintain cold chain documentation to avoid spoilage claims at entry
• Check for any country-specific restrictions on mullet products and ensure proper labeling as edible fish roe
Related Products under HTS 0302.91.40.10
Chilled Bottarga di Muggine
Chilled bottarga di muggine is fresh mullet roe sacs lightly salted and air-dried just enough to preserve freshness without full curing. It qualifies for HTS 0302.91.4010 as chilled mullet roe, an edible fish offal product not further processed beyond basic chilling. This Italian delicacy is prized for its briny flavor in culinary applications.
Grey Mullet Roe Caviar
Grey mullet roe caviar is premium fresh or chilled eggs from Mugil cephalus, gently processed to separate grains while keeping them raw. Classified under HTS 0302.91.4010 as mullet roe, it remains in the fresh/chilled fish livers, roes category due to minimal handling. Popular as a sustainable alternative to sturgeon caviar.
Chilled Mullet Fish Roe Sacs
Chilled mullet fish roe sacs are intact egg masses from mullet, packed on ice for freshness without salting or drying. This product fits HTS 0302.91.4010 as other fresh or chilled mullet roe, part of edible fish offal. Commonly exported from Mediterranean fisheries for high-end gastronomy.
Fresh Karasumi Mullet Roe
Fresh karasumi mullet roe is Japanese-style raw roe from flathead mullet, chilled immediately after harvest. It is imported under HTS 0302.91.4010 as fresh mullet roe, emphasizing its status as chilled edible fish roe. Highly valued in Asian cuisine for grating over rice.