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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If albacore or bonito classified separately
Specific tuna species like albacore have dedicated subheadings within the same chapter.
If canned or otherwise prepared/preserved
Prepared tuna products shift to Chapter 16 classifications for processed seafood.
If made into pellets not fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude pellets from headings 0305-0308, directing them to heading 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include catch certificates to verify sustainable fishing practices as required by some importers
• Ensure fish are gutted and gilled properly to meet FDA fish and fishery products safety standards
• Monitor for potential IUU (Illegal, Unreported, Unregulated) fishing restrictions on tuna imports
Related Products under HTS 0303.59.00.00
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 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.
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.