Frozen Atlantic Mackerel
Whole frozen Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus), excluding fillets and meat, suitable for human consumption. This falls under HTS 0303.89.00 as 'other' frozen fish not specified in prior subheadings like headings 0303.21 to 0303.84.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
Swordfish is specifically enumerated in 0303.82, taking precedence over the residual 'other' category.
If imported as frozen fillets or meat
Frozen fish fillets and other fish meat are classified in heading 0304, not whole fish in 0303.
If cooked, prepared or preserved
Prepared or preserved fish products move to Chapter 16, excluding merely frozen whole fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific name on documentation to confirm classification under 'other fish'
• Obtain FDA prior notice and comply with seafood HACCP requirements for frozen fish imports
• Avoid misclassification as fillets by ensuring whole fish presentation; check for offal exclusion
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Frozen Atlantic Cod
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