Frozen Coalfish Fillets
Frozen fillets from coalfish (Pollachius virens), a gadid fish commonly known as saithe, with skin on or off but not battered or breaded. These fall under HTS 0304.73.50.00 as 'other' frozen fillets of coalfish from the Gadidae family, distinct from heading or block frozen products. They are typically used for human consumption in retail or foodservice.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
Alaska pollock, another Gadidae species, has its own specific subheading under 0304.71, separate from coalfish.
If whole or in heading form, not filleted
Whole or H&G coalfish are classified under fresh/chilled heading 0303.81 for Gadidae, as 0304 applies only to fillets and meat.
If cooked, smoked or otherwise processed
Processed coalfish fillets move to Chapter 16 prepared/preserved fish, excluding simple frozen fillets under Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification via scientific name (Pollachius virens) with documentation like catch certificates to confirm Gadidae family classification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine in frozen fish; provide prior notice via FDA's system
• Avoid misclassification as pellets or flours (HTS 0309) by confirming fillets are not agglomerated products unfit for direct heading 0304 coverage
Related Products under HTS 0304.73.50.00
Frozen Saithe Skin-On Fillets
Skin-on frozen fillets of saithe (Pollachius virens), a North Atlantic gadid fish, individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail sale. Classified under HTS 0304.73.50.00 as 'other' frozen coalfish fillets, not minced and excluding block-frozen types. Ideal for grilling or frying after thawing.
IQF Frozen Pollachius Virens Fillets
Individually quick frozen (IQF) skinless fillets of Pollachius virens (coalfish), portioned for portion control packs. HTS 0304.73.50.00 covers these as 'other' frozen coalfish fillets from Gadidae, suitable for human consumption and not in pellet/flour form per chapter notes.
Frozen Coalfish Loins
Boneless loins cut from frozen coalfish (Pollachius virens) fillets, trimmed for premium cuts. Falls under HTS 0304.73.50.00 as 'other' frozen fillets of coalfish, Gadidae family, fresh-frozen without binders or mincing.
Skinless Frozen Saithe Fillet Portions
Pre-cut skinless portions from frozen saithe fillets (Pollachius virens), IQF for easy separation. Classified in HTS 0304.73.50.00 as other frozen coalfish fillets, Gadidae, excluding pellets per chapter definition.