Frozen Skinned Sole Fillet Blocks from Germany
Frozen blocks of skinned sole fillets (Solea solea), each weighing over 4.5 kg, specifically imported for further processing into minced, ground, or uniformly cut pieces. Classified under HTS 0304.83.10.15 as frozen fillets of flatfish from the Soleidae family, meeting the block weight and processing intent criteria from chapter notes. Not fit for human consumption in pellet form per heading exclusions.
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Import Tips
• Verify block weight exceeds 4.5 kg per unit and include processing intent declaration to avoid reclassification as retail fillets
• Provide FDA prior notice and comply with Section 609 shrimp provisions if any cross-contamination risks, plus HACCP documentation
• Ensure supplier certificates confirm Soleidae species to prevent misclassification as other flatfish