Frozen Eel Fillets
Frozen skinless fillets from Anguilla spp. eels, such as American or Japanese eel. HTS 0304.69.00.00 covers these as 'other' frozen fillets of specified species. Prized in sushi and unagi dishes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If swordfish or toothfish fillets
Other frozen fish fillets not in 0304.61-0304.69 specific lists go to 0304.89 or species-specific.
If in retail consumer packaging under 3kg
Frozen fillets for direct retail sale (not bulk) may classify under heading 0306 for retail-packed fish.
If unfit for human consumption and made into pellets
Fish waste or unfit eel processed into animal feed pellets per chapter note goes to Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide CITES Appendix II permits for Anguilla rostrata (American eel) due to endangered status
• Ensure traceability docs from capture to freezing to meet Lacey Act declarations
• Test for eel-specific parasites; positive results may block entry under FDA import alerts
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