Fresh Carp Fillets
Fresh fillets from common carp (Cyprinus spp.), often from Eastern European or Asian fisheries, provided skin-on or skinless. HTS 0304.39.00.00 covers fresh or chilled fillets of carp species listed. These are valued for their mild flavor in ethnic cuisines.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as whole fresh or gutted carp
Uncooked whole carp is heading 0303, only fillets go to 0304.
If frozen carp fillets for long-term storage
Frozen versions classified separately under 0304.63.
If dried, even if unsalted, after filleting
Dried fish fillets move to heading 0305 for dried fish.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm species via DNA testing if disputed, as carp varieties must match listed spp
• Maintain cold chain below 4°C with calibrated thermometers to qualify as chilled
• Document non-minced status to avoid shift to 'other fish meat' subheadings
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