Frozen Atlantic Stingray Fillets
Frozen blocks of Atlantic stingray (Dasyatis sabina) meat, excluding fish fillets of heading 0304, sourced from sustainable fisheries. Classified under HTS 0303.82.00.00 as frozen rays and skates (Rajidae family), specifically this species often grouped here for tariff purposes. Not processed into offal or pellets fit for human consumption.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not strictly Rajidae but similar rays
Other frozen fish not elsewhere specified in 0303; rays outside strict Rajidae may shift here.
If processed into true fillets
Frozen fillets of rays/skates fall under heading 0304 for fish fillets, excluding whole fish.
If ground into flour or pellets for human consumption
Flours, meals, and pellets fit for human consumption are excluded from 0303 per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification via scientific naming to confirm Rajidae classification; misidentification can lead to reclassification
• Obtain CITES permits if endangered ray species; provide fishery certificates for traceability
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper cold chain documentation, which can cause spoilage claims at customs
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Frozen Thorny Skate Whole
Whole frozen thorny skate (Amblyraja radiata), a Rajidae species caught in North Atlantic waters, presented ungutted. Falls under HTS 0303.82.00.00 for frozen rays and skates, distinct from fillets or offal. Used in ethnic cuisines or as bait.
Frozen Little Skate Wings
Frozen wings from little skate (Leucoraja erinacea), Rajidae family, trimmed but retaining whole fish form excluding 0304 fillets. HTS 0303.82.00.00 applies to these frozen skate parts not further processed into meat/offal. Popular in New England seafood markets.
Frozen Barndoor Skate
Whole frozen barndoor skate (Dipturus laevis), a large Rajidae species from U.S. waters, sustainable quota-managed. Classified HTS 0303.82.00.00 as frozen other fish rays/skates, not fillets or offal. Ideal for filleting post-thaw.
Frozen Smooth Skate
Frozen whole smooth skate (Malacoraja senta), Rajidae, Northeast Atlantic origin, packed in 20kg blocks. HTS 0303.82.00.00 for frozen rays/skates excluding processed forms. Used in fish & chips abroad.
Frozen Clearnose Skate
Frozen clearnose skate (Raja eglanteria), Western Atlantic Rajidae, supplied whole for processing. HTS 0303.82.00.00 covers these frozen fish excluding 0304 meat. Sustainable managed stock.
Frozen Round Skate
Whole frozen round skate (Raja fyllae), deepwater Rajidae species, IQF packed. Classified under HTS 0303.82.00.00 for frozen rays excluding fillets/offal per hierarchy. Bait and food use.