IQF Frozen Coho Salmon Portions
Individually quick frozen (IQF) coho salmon in large portions, still considered whole fish as not filleted. HTS 0303.12.00.52 applies to these frozen Pacific silver salmon excluding heading 0304 fillets. Popular for restaurant supply due to convenience.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chinook (king) salmon species
Specific Pacific salmon like Oncorhynchus tschawytscha have dedicated subheadings in 0303.
If scaled and skinless whole fish
Advanced processing like skin removal may push classification toward fillet-like treatments in 0304.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes direct human-consumable pellets from fish to heading 0309 or prepared foods in 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify IQF process in entry docs to confirm it doesn't constitute filleting under 0304
• Comply with USDC NOAA requirements for wild-caught vs farmed coho origin declaration
• Test for histamine levels in frozen seafood to meet FDA import refusal standards
Related Products under HTS 0303.12.00.52
Frozen Coho Salmon Whole Fish
Whole frozen coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch), also known as silver salmon, caught from Pacific waters and immediately frozen to preserve freshness. This product falls under HTS 0303.12.00.52 as frozen Pacific salmon of the coho species, excluding fillets or fish meat of heading 0304 and edible offal. It is typically imported in bulk for further processing or retail sale.
Frozen Head-Off Coho Salmon
Frozen coho salmon with heads removed, presented whole otherwise, sourced from sustainable Pacific fisheries. Classified under HTS 0303.12.00.52 as it remains whole frozen fish of the coho variety, not reduced to fillets or meat per heading 0304. Common in wholesale seafood trade for easy gutting.
Frozen Dressed Coho Salmon
Frozen coho salmon that has been eviscerated (gutted) but left intact with head and tail, a standard dressed form for import. This qualifies for HTS 0303.12.00.52 as frozen whole Pacific coho salmon, excluding processed fillets or offal. Ideal for sushi-grade or smoking applications.
Frozen Wild-Caught Coho Salmon
Frozen whole wild-caught coho salmon from Alaskan or Canadian Pacific fisheries, preserved at sea or shoreside. Falls precisely under HTS 0303.12.00.52 for coho (silver) excluding fillets and offal. High demand for its firm texture in grilling.
Bulk Frozen Coho Salmon Blocks
Frozen coho salmon frozen in large blocks for industrial portioning, consisting of whole fish. HTS 0303.12.00.52 covers these Pacific silver salmon blocks as frozen whole, not fillets. Used by processors for value-added products.