Frozen Silver Hake
Silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis), a gadiform fish from the Merlucciidae family, frozen whole for preservation. This product falls under HTS 0303.69.00.00 as it is frozen fish from specified gadoid families, excluding fillets and offal. It is commonly used in seafood processing and retail.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If processed into blocks exceeding 4.5 kg
Frozen fish in blocks over 4.5 kg total weight moves to subheading 0303.82.
If headed, eviscerated or skinless but not as fillets
Certain processed forms excluding full fillets fall under heading 0304 for fish meat.
If cooked, peeled or otherwise prepared
Prepared or preserved fish transfers to Chapter 16 prepared foodstuffs.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification via scientific name to confirm gadoid family classification
• Obtain FDA prior notice and comply with HACCP seafood regulations for frozen fish
• Avoid misclassification as fillets which shift to HTS 0304
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Frozen Southern Blue Whiting
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