Frozen Skinned Atlantic Cod Blocks
Frozen blocks of skinned Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) fillets, each weighing over 4.5 kg, prepared for further processing into minced or uniform pieces. This product falls under HTS 0304.71.10.00 due to its specific form as frozen, skinned cod blocks destined for mincing or cutting. It is sourced from North Atlantic fisheries and used in fish stick production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not specifically imported for mincing or cutting
Frozen cod fillets in blocks over 4.5 kg not destined for further processing fall under the general frozen cod fillet category.
If from Alaska pollock instead of cod
Similar frozen skinned blocks from Gadidae family but different species like Theragra chalcogramma classify under hake/pollock headings.
If fresh or chilled rather than frozen
Cod fillets that are fresh or chilled, even skinned and in blocks, move to Chapter 03 heading for non-frozen fish meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include certification confirming blocks weigh over 4.5 kg and are intended for mincing, grinding, or uniform cutting to qualify under this subheading
• Provide FDA prior notice and comply with Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risk exists; ensure HACCP plans for seafood safety
• Verify country of origin documentation as cod blocks often face antidumping duties from certain producers like Norway or Iceland
Related Products under HTS 0304.71.10.00
Frozen Skinned Pacific Cod Fillet Blocks
Large frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg of skinned Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) fillets, designed for industrial mincing into fish patties or uniform portions. Classified under HTS 0304.71.10.00 for its frozen block form and processing intent from Gadidae family. Commonly imported from Alaska for further U.S. food manufacturing.
Frozen Skinned Greenland Cod Processing Blocks
Frozen skinned blocks of Greenland cod (Gadus ogac), each over 4.5 kg, skinned and divided for subsequent grinding into uniform fish portions for surimi. HTS 0304.71.10.00 applies to these Gadidae family blocks explicitly imported for mincing or cutting. Primarily from Arctic waters for industrial food processing.
Frozen Atlantic Cod Surimi-Grade Blocks
Skinned and block-frozen Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) over 4.5 kg per unit, prepped for grinding into surimi base for imitation crabmeat. HTS 0304.71.10.00 covers these due to species, frozen block form, and explicit import for cutting/mincing. High-volume import for Japanese-style seafood processing.
Industrial Frozen Cod Block for Mincing
Heavy frozen blocks of skinned Gadus morhua cod fillets over 4.5 kg net weight, imported specifically for industrial mincing into fish fingers or burgers. This matches HTS 0304.71.10.00 criteria for frozen, skinned cod blocks intended for uniform size reduction. Used by large-scale U.S. seafood processors.