Frozen Eel (Anguilla japonica)
Whole frozen Japanese eel (Anguilla spp.), excluding 0304 meat, a premium sushi ingredient. HTS 0303.29.01 for listed frozen eels not further processed.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If filleted or steak-cut
Eel fillets/steaks reclassify to 0304 other frozen fish fillets.
If edible eel livers/roe
Offal products from listed fish move to 0303.91+ subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• CITES permits if wild-caught; declare farm-raised status
• Ensure no filleting; US Customs scrutinizes eel for processing level
• Temperature records critical to maintain 'frozen' status
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