Frozen Nile Perch Whole Fish
Whole frozen Nile perch (Lates niloticus) caught from Lake Victoria, presented ungutted with head, tail, and fins intact. This product falls under HTS 0303.29.0110 as frozen Nile perch, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304 and not in pellet form. It is a specific species listed in the subheading for frozen tilapias, catfish, carp, eels, Nile perch, and snakeheads.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into blocks exceeding 4.5 kg each
Frozen Nile perch in blocks over 4.5 kg total weight shifts to subheading 0303.82 for specific presentation forms.
If filleted or further processed into meat
Fillets and other fish meat of Nile perch are excluded from 0303 and classified under heading 0304.
If ground into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, and pellets suitable for human consumption from headings 0305-0308, directing them to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific name Lates niloticus via documentation to confirm HTS 0303.29.0110 classification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts; provide catch certificates to avoid Section 609 issues if shrimp-related contaminants are a concern
• Declare net weight excluding ice glaze and maintain cold chain documentation to prevent rejections at customs
Related Products under HTS 0303.29.01.10
Frozen Dressed Nile Perch
Frozen 'dressed' Nile perch meaning scaled, gutted, and head-off but otherwise whole, ready for filleting. HTS 0303.29.0110 applies to this minimally processed frozen Nile perch excluding fillets. Standard export form from African producers for wholesale.
Frozen Gutted Nile Perch
Frozen Nile perch that has been eviscerated (guts removed) but retains head, tail, and bones, typically scaled for market. Classified under HTS 0303.29.0110 as 'other' frozen Nile perch not qualifying as fillets or offal. This preparation is common for East African exports and remains within the whole or nearly whole fish category.
Frozen Head-Off Nile Perch
Nile perch frozen after head removal, with body intact including tail and fins, often head-off gutted for portion control. This 'other' presentation fits HTS 0303.29.0110 as it is neither fillet nor meat of 0304, nor offal. Popular in European markets for reducing shipping weight while keeping as whole fish.
IQF Frozen Nile Perch Portions
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) Nile perch cut into skin-on loin portions, not fully filleted, weighing 200-500g each. Still 'other' frozen Nile perch under HTS 0303.29.0110 as it retains substantial whole fish characteristics excluding heading 0304 meat. Used for retail portion packs.