Block Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Primes
Block-frozen prime portions of yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) for portioning later, excluding fillet stage. HTS 0303.42.00.60 'other' for bulk frozen tuna imports. Common for EU/US canners and processors.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mechanically separated meat from blocks
Post-block processing into generic meat uses 0304 other frozen meat.
If skipjack (Katsuwonus pelamis)
Skipjack bonito has dedicated subheading 0303.43, separate genus.
If unfit, used for animal feed pellets
Unfit frozen fish for feed/agglormerated pellets per note to 2309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use refrigerated containers (reefers) set to -30°C; monitor with data loggers for CBP
• Apply for fishing quota permits if from regulated fisheries like Western Central Pacific
Related Products under HTS 0303.42.00.60
Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Steaks
Frozen blocks of yellowfin tuna cut into steaks, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. This product falls under HTS 0303.42.00.60 as 'other' frozen yellowfin tunas (Thunnus albacares), suitable for further processing or direct consumption. It represents whole or large portioned frozen tuna not classified elsewhere in the subheading.
Frozen Dressed Yellowfin Tuna
Frozen yellowfin tuna dressed by removing gills, entrails, and sometimes head/scales, but not filleted. Falls under HTS 0303.42.00.60 'other' as beyond basic headed/gutted forms. Ideal for industrial canning or retail thawing.
Frozen Yellowfin Tuna for Canning
Frozen yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) in forms suitable for canning industry, such as large pieces or irregular cuts, not filleted. HTS 0303.42.00.60 'other' captures these industrial-grade frozen tunas. Used pre-cook for shelf-stable products.
Super Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Blocks
Super-frozen (-60°C) yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) in large blocks for long-term storage, 'other' form. HTS 0303.42.00.60 applies to these premium frozen tunas for Japanese markets. Maintains quality beyond standard frozen.
Frozen Whole Yellowfin Tuna
Whole yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) frozen at sea or ashore, excluding edible offal. Classified under HTS 0303.42.00.60 as 'other' forms beyond headed/gutted, for sushi-grade or canning use. Meets chapter definition for frozen fish excluding fillets.
Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Loins
Frozen loins from yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares), being large trimmed sections excluding full fillets. This 'other' frozen tuna product under HTS 0303.42.00.60 is used in poke bowls or sashimi preparation. Distinct from processed meat of heading 0304.