Fresh Lake Pickerel Fillets
Fresh fillets from North American lake pickerel (walleye, Sander vitreus), harvested and immediately processed without chilling beyond ambient. Specifically under 0304.49.01.06 for freshwater pickerel fillets, fresh or chilled, per hierarchy.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from non-freshwater species like chain pickerel in brackish
Other (non-freshwater) fish fillets use 0304.48; strict freshwater criterion in 0304.49.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm species via DNA testing if disputed (walleye often called pickerel); adhere to Lacey Act for harvest declarations
• Ship in ice slurry for freshness; avoid freezing to maintain 0304.49 classification
• Watch for quota restrictions on Great Lakes species; declare sustainably sourced to meet US import standards
Related Products under HTS 0304.49.01.06
Fresh Chilled Pickerel Fillets
Skinless, boneless fillets from pickerel (Esox lucius or similar species), fresh or chilled, excluding any freezing process. Classified under HTS 0304.49.01.06 as fresh or chilled fillets of freshwater fish, specifically pickerel, not minced. Meets chapter notes by being unprepared fish meat suitable for immediate further processing or consumption.
Fresh Pickerel Loins
Boneless loins cut from pickerel sides, fresh or chilled, representing premium fish meat portions. Falls under HTS 0304.49.01.06 as 'other fish meat' from freshwater pickerel fillets, not minced or pelletized per chapter notes.
Chilled Skinless Pickerel Fillet Portions
Pre-cut portions of skinless pickerel fillets, maintained chilled for retail or foodservice. HTS 0304.49.01.06 covers these as fresh/chilled freshwater pickerel fillets/other meat, adhering to no-mincing or pellet rules in chapter notes.
Chilled Pickerel Fish Meat Strips
Thin strips of pickerel meat derived from fillets, chilled for sushi or poke applications. HTS 0304.49.01.06 includes such 'other fish meat' from pickerel as long as fresh/chilled and not minced, per chapter exclusions.