Fresh Cusk Fish Meat Blocks
Blocks of skinless cusk meat, fresh or chilled, portioned for further processing into steaks. HTS 0304.59.00.70 applies to this 'other fish meat' form of cusk, excluding minced or whole fish. Used by processors for value-added products like fish sticks.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If minced fish meat
Minced cusk meat uses 0304.99; intact fillet blocks remain 'other fish meat' in 0304.59.
If swordfish meat
Swordfish has specific subheading 0304.81; cusk as unspecified cold-water fish uses 0304.59.00.70.
If dried or dehydrated
Dried cusk meat would shift to Chapter 07; 0304 is strictly fresh/chilled, no drying permitted.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide processing records showing fillet/block production date to confirm 'fresh/chilled' status
• Declare exact block dimensions and weights; overages from glazing are a frequent audit issue
• Ensure HACCP plans cover histamine controls for scombroid risk, even though cusk is low-risk
Related Products under HTS 0304.59.00.70
Fresh Chilled Cusk Fillets
Skinless, boneless fillets from cusk (Brosme brosme), fresh or chilled, sourced from North Atlantic waters. Classified under HTS 0304.59.00.70 as fresh or chilled fillets of cusk, a cold-water fish not specified elsewhere in heading 0304. Ideal for gourmet seafood dishes requiring high-quality, minimally processed fish meat.
Chilled Cusk Loins
Premium loins cut from cusk fish, fresh or chilled without skin or bones, packed in trays for retail. Falls under HTS 0304.59.00.70 as 'other fish meat' of cusk, distinct from steaks or minced forms. Popular in European markets for its firm texture in pan-searing recipes.
Chilled Skin-On Cusk Fillets
Skin-on fillets from fresh cusk, chilled for preservation, vacuum-packed for wholesale. Classified in HTS 0304.59.00.70 as other fresh/chilled cusk fish meat, regardless of skin presence. Favored by chefs for crispy skin preparations.
Fresh Chilled Norwegian Cusk Portions
Pre-cut portions of fresh cusk fillets, chilled and labeled for sushi-grade use. HTS 0304.59.00.70 covers these as other cusk fish meat, fresh/chilled from Norwegian fisheries. High in omega-3s, suitable for raw consumption.