Fresh Chilled Pollock Roe
Fresh or chilled pollock roe is a delicacy classified as 'other roes' under HTS 0302.91.40.90 for edible fish offal of fresh/chilled fish. It is prized in sushi and seafood markets for human consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen pollock roe is covered under 0303.91 for frozen livers, roes, and milt.
If cooked, prepared or preserved
Prepared or preserved roes like ikura fall into Chapter 16 prepared fish products.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, pellets agglomerated for human food use heading 0309, not 0302.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use insulated packaging with temperature monitors; CBP may inspect for freshness to prevent frozen misclassification
• Include species identification and harvest certificates to meet Lacey Act requirements for traceability
• Label clearly as 'edible roe' to distinguish from non-edible products and avoid penalties
Related Products under HTS 0302.91.40.90
Fresh Chilled Cod Liver
Fresh or chilled cod livers are edible fish offal classified under HTS 0302.91.40.90 as they fall within 'other livers, roes and milt' excluding fillets. These are typically used for human consumption in dishes like liver pâté or nutritional supplements.
Fresh Chilled Tuna Liver
Fresh or chilled livers from tuna species are classified under HTS 0302.91.40.90 as other edible fish livers from fresh/chilled fish, excluding fillets. Prized for high omega-3 content in gourmet and supplement markets.
Fresh Chilled Snapper Liver
Fresh or chilled livers from red snapper are edible fish offal under HTS 0302.91.40.90. Popular in Caribbean and Asian cuisines.
Fresh Chilled Mullet Roe
Fresh or chilled grey mullet roe, classified under HTS 0302.91.40.90 as other edible roes from fresh/chilled fish. Known as 'karasumi' in Japanese markets.
Fresh Chilled Sea Bass Milt
Fresh or chilled European sea bass milt is other milt under HTS 0302.91.40.90. Imported for high-end aquaculture byproduct use.
Fresh Chilled Rockfish Roe
Fresh or chilled roe from Pacific rockfish classified as other roes under HTS 0302.91.40.90 for edible fresh/chilled fish offal.