Fresh Chilled Tilapia Fillets
Skinless, boneless fillets from Oreochromis spp. tilapia, fresh or chilled, ideal for retail and restaurant use. Classified under HTS 0304.51.01 as fresh or chilled fillets of tilapia, a specified freshwater fish species. Excludes frozen products which fall under 0304.61.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen tilapia fillets shift to HTS 0304.61.01 as the temperature state determines the subheading.
If whole, fresh or chilled
Whole tilapia (not filleted) classifies under 0303.53.00 for freshwater fish excluding cold-water species.
If skin-on or other freshwater fish
Skin-on fillets or fillets from unspecified freshwater fish may fall under the broader 0304.59 category.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fish species via scientific documentation to confirm Oreochromis spp. for HTS 0304.51.01 eligibility
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs under 4°C to prove 'fresh or chilled' status and prevent reclassification
• Include health certificates free of antibiotics to comply with FDA seafood import regulations
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