Frozen Scads
Whole frozen scads (Decapterus spp.) under HTS 0303.59.00.00 as listed species excluding fillets. Tropical fish used in bait fisheries and dried fish production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If jacks, crevalles (Caranx spp.)
Closely related species have sequential subheadings within heading 0303.
If dried after freezing
Dried leguminous vegetables include certain dried fish when processed that way.
If fresh/chilled scads
Parallel structure exists for fresh versions of the same species.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Common misclassification risk - ensure scientific name verification for Decapterus spp
• High histamine risk - ensure rapid freezing post-catch and cold chain maintenance
• Popular bait fish - specify end-use on commercial invoice for proper duty treatment
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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 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.