IQF Frozen Atka Mackerel
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) whole Atka mackerel (Pleurogrammus monopterygius), ideal for retail, under HTS 0303.89.00.46. Frozen excluding fillets, as other fish not specified elsewhere in heading 0303.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If IQF portions or steaks
IQF fish cut into steaks or chunks are fillets/other meat under heading 0304.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes direct human-consumable pellets to heading 1902 (pasta category equivalent), not 0303.
If for other frozen sturgeon or similar high-value fish
Atka mackerel specific to .46; other unspecified fish use broader 0303.79.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify IQF process maintains whole fish integrity to stay in 0303, not parts
• Submit prior notice to FDA via ACE system at least 2 hours before arrival
• Watch for moisture content; excessive glaze may trigger adjustment for 'tare' deduction
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