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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If jack and horse mackerel (Trachurus spp.)
Different mackerel species within listed families have specific subheadings.
If prepared as skipjack or bonito products
Prepared/preserved mackerel products fall under Chapter 16 processed fish headings.
If imported fresh rather than frozen
Fresh whole fish of these species use heading 0302 parallel structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure proper evisceration and washing procedures to meet sanitary import standards
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden packaging for palletized frozen fish shipments
• Verify HTS classification with customs broker as mackerel species can overlap headings
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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
Whole frozen bullet mackerel (Auxis spp.) classified under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as other frozen fish of the specified species, excluding fillets. Commonly imported for sushi markets and bait fisheries in the Pacific region.
Frozen Kawakawa Tuna
Frozen whole kawakawa (Euthynnus affinis) falls under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as specified 'other' frozen fish excluding fillets. Popular in Southeast Asian cuisines and canned tuna production.
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 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.