IQF Frozen Basa Portions
Individually quick frozen (IQF) basa fish portions, cut from whole but retaining some skeletal attachment, classified as frozen Pangasius under 0303.24.00.20 since not true fillets of 0304. Popular for retail portion-controlled packs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If completely boneless and skinless fillets
True fillets without bone attachment are excluded from 0303 and go to 0304.62 specifically for basa/tra.
If livers and roes only
Specific offal like pangasius livers classified separately in 0303.91.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter note, pellets fit for humans go to 0309 or 1902, not 0303.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use photos and cutting diagrams in entry docs to prove portions are not 'fillets' per HTS note
• Ensure cold chain integrity; temperature logs required to prevent spoilage claims at entry
• Check for Section 609 applicability if any shrimp contact during processing
Related Products under HTS 0303.24.00.20
Frozen Basa Fillets
Whole frozen basa fish (Pangasius bocourti) from Southeast Asia, presented without skinning or filleting, classified under HTS 0303.24.00.20 as frozen Pangasius spp. excluding fillets of heading 0304. These are typically imported in blocks for further processing into consumer-ready products.
Frozen Tra Whole Fish
Frozen tra fish (Pangasius hypophthalmus), a type of Pangasius spp., imported whole with heads and tails intact. Falls under HTS 0303.24.00.20 for frozen catfish excluding fillets, commonly used in Asian cuisine after thawing and cleaning.
Frozen Pangasius Blocks
Glazed block-frozen whole Pangasius spp. (basa/tra mix), 10-20kg master cartons for institutional use. HTS 0303.24.00.20 applies to frozen whole fish excluding 0304 fillets, ideal for filleting plants.
Frozen Swai Fish Whole
Frozen swai (market name for Pangasius hypophthalmus), whole dressed fish under 1kg each. Classified in HTS 0303.24.00.20 as frozen Pangasius excluding fillets, sourced mainly from Vietnam.
Bulk Frozen Basa H&G
Headed and gutted (H&G) frozen basa fish, still considered whole for tariff purposes under HTS 0303.24.00.20. Minimal processing preserves classification excluding 0304 fish meat.
Frozen Pangasius for Sashimi
Premium frozen whole Pangasius spp. treated for sushi-grade use, blast-frozen at -40°C. HTS 0303.24.00.20 covers frozen excluding fillets, distinguished by parasite-destruction process.