Fresh Tilapia Fillets (Sarotherodon spp.)
Fresh, skin-on fillets from tilapia species such as Sarotherodon mossambicus, excluding Oreochromis varieties. These fillets are derived from freshwater tilapia, meeting the HTS 0304.49.0112 classification for fresh or chilled fillets of other freshwater fish, specifically non-Oreochromis tilapia.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live, fresh or chilled whole tilapia
Whole fish, not processed into fillets, are classified under live, fresh or chilled freshwater fish in heading 0303.
If frozen fillets
Frozen state moves classification to heading 0304 subheading for frozen fillets of freshwater fish.
If from saltwater tilapia aquaculture
Saltwater-cultured tilapia fillets fall under 'other fish' rather than strictly freshwater tilapia.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific documentation to confirm non-Oreochromis tilapia, as misclassification can lead to penalties
• Ensure proper cold chain maintenance with temperature logs to prove 'fresh or chilled' status upon import
• Obtain FDA prior notice and comply with seafood HACCP requirements to avoid holds at port
Related Products under HTS 0304.49.01.12
Chilled Skinless Tilapia Fillets
Skinless fillets of tilapia species like Tilapia zillii, chilled to preserve freshness without freezing. Classified under HTS 0304.49.0112 as fresh or chilled fillets of freshwater tilapia excluding Oreochromis spp.
Fresh Boneless Tilapia Loins
Boneless loins cut from non-Oreochromis tilapia such as Sarotherodon galilaeus, supplied fresh for immediate processing. Falls under HTS 0304.49.0112 for fresh fillets or other fish meat of specified freshwater tilapia.
Chilled Tilapia Fillet Portions
Pre-cut portions of chilled tilapia fillets from species excluding Oreochromis, ideal for retail packaging. Classified in HTS 0304.49.0112 as fresh or chilled fillets of other freshwater tilapia.
Fresh Wild-Caught Tilapia Fillets
Fillets from wild freshwater tilapia species other than Oreochromis, harvested from lakes and rivers, kept fresh. HTS 0304.49.0112 applies to these chilled or fresh non-aquaculture tilapia fillets.