Frozen Silk Snapper Whole
Whole frozen silk snapper (Lutjanus vivanus) from Lutjanidae family, presented ungutted. This falls under HTS 0303.89.00.67 as other frozen snapper, excluding fillets, meat of 0304, and edible offal. Ideal for ethnic markets and sushi preparation.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for Pacific snapper species like yellowtail
Certain Pacific Lutjanidae may align with 0303.81 if classified as alfonsinos or related, based on regional naming.
If in dried, salted, or smoked form
Dried or salted snapper moves to heading 0305 for simply preserved fish products.
If ground into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, such processed forms are excluded from 0303-0308 and go to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label packages with country of origin, species name, and net weight per FDA seafood labeling rules
• Obtain import permits if sourcing from regulated fisheries to prevent entry refusals
• Avoid common pitfalls by confirming not 'edible offal' which shifts to 0303.91-0303.99 subheadings
Related Products under HTS 0303.89.00.67
Frozen Red Snapper Whole
Whole frozen red snapper (Lutjanus campechanus) from the Lutjanidae family, excluding fillets and meat of heading 0304. This product is classified under HTS 0303.89.00.67 as frozen snapper, not processed into fillets or offal. It is typically imported ungutted or gutted for further processing or retail sale.
Frozen Lane Snapper Fillets
Frozen whole lane snapper (Lutjanus synagris), a Lutjanidae species, not filleted or processed into meat per heading 0304. Classified under 0303.89.00.67 for other frozen snapper excluding offal. Commonly imported for restaurant use or resale.
Frozen Vermilion Snapper Gutted
Gutted frozen vermilion snapper (Rhomboplites aurorubens), Lutjanidae spp., excluding fillets or offal. Classified in 0303.89.00.67 for frozen other snapper. Popular in Gulf fisheries for commercial sale.
Frozen Yellowtail Snapper Whole
Whole frozen yellowtail snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus), a Lutjanidae species, not filleted. Under HTS 0303.89.00.67 as other frozen snapper excluding 0304 meat and offal subs. Sourced from Caribbean waters.
Frozen Mutton Snapper Head-On
Head-on frozen mutton snapper (Lutjanus analis), Lutjanidae, excluding processed fillets. Fits HTS 0303.89.00.67 for snapper frozen whole or minimally processed. Used in Caribbean cuisine.
Frozen Dog Snapper Ungutted
Ungutted frozen dog snapper (Lutjanus jocu), true Lutjanidae spp., not meeting fillet criteria. Classified 0303.89.00.67 as other frozen snapper. Imported for processing plants.