Frozen Cobia
Frozen whole cobia (Rachycentron canadum) specifically named in HTS 0303.59.00.00 as other frozen fish excluding fillets. Farm-raised and wild-caught cobia popular in Asian markets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into frozen fillets
Cobia fillets specifically classified under heading 0304 for fish fillets.
If livers and roes separately imported
Edible fish offal like livers and roes have dedicated headings 0305-0308.
If caviar or caviar substitutes from cobia roe
Fish roe products prepared for consumption move to Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include aquaculture certification for farm-raised cobia to meet traceability requirements
• Test for antibiotic residues common in pond-raised cobia from certain countries
• Specify wild-caught vs. farmed on documentation as treatment may differ
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Frozen Skipjack Tuna
Whole frozen skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) is classified under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as it falls within the specified species of frozen fish excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. This product is typically imported in bulk for further processing into canned tuna or sold as bait.
Frozen Bullet Mackerel
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Frozen Kawakawa Tuna
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Frozen Little Tunny
Whole frozen little tunny (Euthynnus alletteratus) classified under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as other frozen fish species listed in the heading. Used primarily as bait fish in recreational fisheries.
Frozen Blackfin Tuna
Frozen whole blackfin tuna (Thunnus atlanticus) under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as other specified frozen fish excluding fillets. Primarily used in sport fishing bait and local markets.
Frozen Frigate Mackerel
Whole frozen frigate mackerel (Auxis thazard) classified under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as other frozen fish of listed species. Common in tropical fisheries for both human consumption and bait.