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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If heading fillets (kept in original shape)
Heading fillets retain fish shape and fall under specific 0304.73.10, while 'other' covers trimmed/IQF fillets.
If from non-specified Gadidae families like Moridae
Other gadiform families (e.g., silver hake from Merlucciidae) use 0304.89 'other' instead of coalfish-specific 0304.73.
If frozen whole, unfilleted
Frozen whole coalfish exclude fillets, classified under 0302.71 for Gadidae excluding liver/edible parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label with country of catch origin and processing to comply with US Customs fish origin rules and avoid penalties
• Test for antibiotics/parasites common in farmed gadids; provide lab certificates to clear FDA detention
• Distinguish from breaded fillets (HTS 1604) by ensuring no coating; photo documentation helps at entry
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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.
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.