Frozen Skinned Pink Salmon Processing Blocks
Large frozen blocks (>4.5 kg) of skinned pink salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha) meat, divided into pieces if needed, imported specifically for grinding into fish patties or uniform cuts. Classified under HTS 0304.81.10.00 for its frozen block form and intended industrial further processing of Pacific salmon. Not for direct retail sale.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If blocks weigh 4.5 kg or less
Statistical break at 4.5 kg weight per block separates large industrial blocks (0304.81.10) from smaller ones (0304.81.50).
If skin-on frozen fillets
Skinned fillets are 0304; skin-on frozen Pacific salmon fillets go to 0303.82, based on skin presence.
If pre-cooked or value-added for retail
Prepared/preserved salmon (cooked, smoked) shifts from fresh/frozen fish in Chapter 3 to prepared foods in 1604.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments clearly as 'for mincing/ground/cut processing' with weight certifications to meet the subheading's import purpose requirement
• Verify species via scientific naming in docs to confirm Pacific salmon eligibility and comply with USFWS import rules
Related Products under HTS 0304.81.10.00
Frozen Skinned Chum Salmon Blocks for Mincing
Frozen skinned chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta) in blocks exceeding 4.5 kg, whether whole fillets or piece-divided, destined for mincing into fish sticks or uniform portions. This matches HTS 0304.81.10.00 precisely for frozen Pacific salmon blocks intended for industrial size reduction. Differs from retail frozen fillets.
Frozen Skinned Coho Salmon Processing Blocks
Skinned coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) frozen into large blocks >4.5 kg, optionally piece-divided, for grinding or uniform cutting in foodservice. Fits HTS 0304.81.10.00 as frozen Pacific salmon blocks imported explicitly for mincing/processing. Not retail-ready.
Frozen Skinned Sockeye Salmon Blocks
Frozen blocks of skinned sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) fillets, each weighing over 4.5 kg, processed without skin and suitable for further mincing or cutting into uniform pieces. This product falls under HTS 0304.81.10.00 due to its specific form as large frozen blocks of Pacific salmon intended for industrial processing into portions. It excludes fresh or chilled fillets and smaller retail packs.
Frozen Skinned King Salmon Industrial Blocks
Industrial frozen blocks of skinned king/chinook salmon (Oncorhynchus tschawytscha) over 4.5 kg each, for cutting into uniform burger patties or mincing. HTS 0304.81.10.00 applies to this skinned, frozen Pacific salmon form explicitly imported for further size-uniform processing. Excludes skin-on or small packs.
Frozen Skinned Masou Salmon Blocks
Frozen blocks exceeding 4.5 kg of skinned masou salmon (Oncorhynchus masou) fillets or pieces, for industrial mincing into sausages or uniform cuts. HTS 0304.81.10.00 specifies this form for listed Pacific salmon processing imports. Differs from general frozen fish meat.