Saithe Pollock Frozen Blocks
Frozen skinned saithe (Pollachius virens) fillets, divided into pieces and frozen into blocks over 4.5 kg, sourced from Atlantic waters. Intended for industrial mincing into fish sticks or patties. Fits HTS 0304.79.10.10 as non-Alaska pollock from Gadidae, meeting block and processing specs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not in blocks over 4.5 kg or not for mincing
Other frozen Gadidae fillets without the specific block/processing criteria go to this broader category.
If pre-minced or processed into paste before import
Prepared or preserved fish moves to Chapter 16, excluding raw frozen fillets.
If destined for fish meal production unfit for human consumption
Livers and roes are under 0305, but fillets for meal might shift if not human-grade.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide commercial invoices specifying block weights and processing declaration to customs for proper 0304.79.10.10 entry
• Ensure FDA prior notice and fish/seafood HACCP plans; label with country of catch (e.g
• Norway, Iceland)
• Avoid misdeclaration as Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) which has separate codes; use DNA testing if challenged
Related Products under HTS 0304.79.10.10
Frozen Pollock Fillet Blocks
Frozen skinned fillets of pollock (other than Alaska pollock) from the Gadidae family, packed in blocks each exceeding 4.5 kg. These are imported specifically for further processing into minced, ground, or uniformly cut pieces. Classified under HTS 0304.79.10.10 due to being frozen, skinned blocks over 4.5 kg destined for mincing.
Norwegian Pollock Frozen Processing Blocks
Frozen blocks of skinned Norwegian pollock fillets weighing over 4.5 kg each, designed for industrial cutting into uniform sizes. From Gadidae family, excluding Alaska pollock variety. HTS 0304.79.10.10 applies to these import-for-mincing specifications.
Atlantic Pollock Skinless Fillet Blocks
Large frozen blocks (>4.5 kg) of skinned Atlantic pollock (Pollachius pollachius) fillets, segmented for easy processing. Imported by food manufacturers for grinding into uniform portions like fish fingers. Precisely matches HTS 0304.79.10.10 for non-Alaska pollock frozen blocks for mincing.
Icelandic Saithe Fillet Blocks for Mincing
Skinned frozen fillets of Icelandic saithe pollock in blocks over 4.5 kg, pre-divided for efficient mincing lines. Non-Alaska pollock Gadidae product for further uniform sizing. Classified under HTS 0304.79.10.10 per frozen block and import intent.