Fresh Spiny Dogfish Fillets
Fresh fillets from spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias), a common shark species caught in Atlantic waters, are skinned and deboned for immediate use. They fall under HTS 0304.47.00.00 as fresh or chilled fillets specifically of dogfish and other sharks, excluding mincing or processing into pellets or flours.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If whole or in simple dressed forms like headless
Whole fresh or chilled sharks, not processed into fillets, are classified under heading 0303 for fresh whole fish.
If frozen instead of fresh/chilled
Frozen fillets of sharks shift to subheading 0304.81, as the hierarchy separates fresh/chilled from frozen fish meat.
If not for direct human consumption, e.g., bait or industrial
Processed shark meat unfit for human consumption moves to heading 0306 for edible fish preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific names to confirm classification under dogfish/sharks; misidentification can lead to reclassification
• Ensure fillets are fresh or chilled (not frozen) and provide temperature logs for compliance during import inspection
• Comply with US FDA seafood HACCP requirements and obtain health certificates to avoid holds at port
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Chilled Blue Shark Fillets
Chilled skinless fillets from blue sharks (Prionace glauca), prized for their mild flavor in sushi and steaks. Classified under HTS 0304.47.00.00 for fresh or chilled fillets of sharks, provided they are not minced, pelletized, or intended for non-human consumption.
Fresh Porbeagle Shark Fillets
High-quality fresh fillets from porbeagle sharks (Lamna nasus), known for firm texture ideal for grilling. This HTS 0304.47.00.00 covers fresh or chilled shark fillets, distinct from whole fish or frozen forms.
Chilled Shortfin Mako Shark Fillets
Chilled fillets of shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), valued for their lean meat in high-end seafood markets. Fits HTS 0304.47.00.00 as chilled shark fillets, not applicable to pellets or products under section 609 shrimp rules.
Fresh Blacktip Shark Fillets
Fresh boneless fillets from blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus), popular in Southern US cuisine. Classified precisely under HTS 0304.47.00.00 for fresh/chilled shark fillets per chapter hierarchy.
Chilled Thresher Shark Fillets
Chilled fillets from thresher sharks (Alopias spp.), noted for long tails but valued for meat quality. HTS 0304.47.00.00 applies to these fresh or chilled shark-specific fillets, excluding flours or pellets.