Frozen Whole Bluefin Tuna for Sashimi
Premium frozen whole Atlantic or Pacific bluefin tuna destined for high-end sashimi markets, super-frozen immediately post-catch. HTS 0303.45.01 applies to these frozen whole specimens of Thunnus thynnus or Thunnus orientalis, prior to filleting.
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This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cut into steaks or portions before freezing
Frozen tuna steaks or slices are considered 'other fish meat' under 0304.82, not whole fish.
If albacore (Thunnus alalunga)
Albacore tuna has its own subheading 0303.41, distinct from bluefin species.
If processed into frozen fish meal pellets
Pellets fit for human consumption from tuna would go to 0309, but unfit ones to Chapter 07; whole fish excluded.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use ICCAT quota certificates for Atlantic bluefin; maintain cold chain documentation showing -40°F or colder; label with scientific name and catch location
Related Products under HTS 0303.45.01
Frozen Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Whole Fish
Whole frozen Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) caught in the Atlantic Ocean, typically weighing 100-500 kg per fish. This product falls under HTS 0303.45.01 as frozen whole bluefin tuna of the specified species, excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. It is imported in large blocks for further processing into steaks or sashimi.
Frozen Pacific Bluefin Tuna Headed and Gutted
Frozen Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) with head removed and gutted, presented in dressed form for sushi-grade processing. Classified under HTS 0303.45.01 as frozen bluefin tuna excluding fillets, this product retains the whole fish structure minus minimal preparation.
IQF Frozen Bluefin Tuna Loins
Individually quick frozen (IQF) bluefin tuna loins from Atlantic or Pacific species, trimmed but retaining backbone section. While borderline, classified under 0303.45.01 if not fully filleted; otherwise risks reclassification to 0304.
Frozen Bluefin Tuna Round Pellets
Frozen pellets made from minced Atlantic bluefin tuna, agglomerated by compression per chapter definition, suitable for industrial feed but occasionally human consumption. HTS 0303.45.01 applies if categorized as frozen tuna products excluding true fillets.
Super Frozen Dressed Pacific Bluefin Tuna
Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) flash-frozen to -60°F, dressed (gilled and gutted) for optimal fat marbling preservation in otoro cuts. Falls under HTS 0303.45.01 as frozen non-filleted bluefin tuna.
Frozen Atlantic Bluefin Tuna for Canning
Large frozen whole Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) imported specifically for light tuna canning industry. HTS 0303.45.01 covers these frozen whole fish prior to processing into canned products.