Frozen Southern Blue Whiting
Southern blue whiting (Micromesistius australis), Merlucciidae gadiform, frozen. HTS 0303.69.00.00 for other frozen fish from listed families, not fillets. Common in pelagic fisheries.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh/chilled instead of frozen
Non-frozen gadoid fish classified under heading 0302.
If as fish offal or cuttings
Edible offal from these families goes to heading 0307.
If made into fish flour for food
Fish flours fit for human consumption move to 0309 or Chapter 19.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Register with NOAA for seafood import monitoring program
• Avoid moisture loss documentation issues with proper glazing records
• Confirm exclusion of offal to stay in principal headings
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