Frozen Blue Gourami Whole
Whole frozen blue gourami (Trichogaster trichopterus), a tropical freshwater ornamental and food fish, frozen intact. Classified HTS 0303.89.0043 for other frozen freshwater fish excluding offal.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If other fillets
Any filleted gourami becomes 'other frozen fillets' in 0304.
If swim bladders sold separately
Fish maws/bladders as edible offal go to heading 0508 for swimming bladders.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Dual food/ornamental use; declare end-use to avoid Chapter 03 vs 05 mix-up
• Color retention testing may be needed for quality claims
• Small size risks confusion with shrimp products under section 609 notes
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