Frozen Skipjack Tuna
Whole frozen skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), excluding fillets, for human consumption. HTS 0303.89.00 applies as 'other' frozen fish, distinct from albacore or yellowfin in 0303.84.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen albacore, yellowfin, or bigeye tunas
Specific tuna species are classified separately from skipjack.
If precooked or otherwise prepared
Prepared tunas fall under Chapter 16 preserved fish.
If unfit for human consumption as fish meal
Products not fit for direct consumption go to 0309 as flours/meals.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Differentiate from 0303.84 tunas via scientific naming on all docs
• Maintain -18°C or below temperature logs to confirm frozen compliance
• Avoid bulk shipments mistaken for industrial meal stock
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