Northern Pike Frozen Fillets
Frozen skinless fillets from Northern Pike (Esox lucius), a freshwater predatory fish native to North America and Europe. These fillets are processed, individually quick frozen (IQF), and packaged for retail or foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0304.89.50.20 as frozen fillets of pike, a designated freshwater fish.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from tilapia or other specific freshwater species
Tilapia fillets have their own statistical suffix under freshwater fish; pike is distinctly coded separately.
If skin-on fillets
Skin-on frozen fish fillets fall under a different subheading before reaching species-specific breaks.
If whole or in another presentation, not fillets
Whole frozen pike or H&G (headed and gutted) are classified in heading 0303 for freshwater fish, not as fillets.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP compliance for frozen fish imports to avoid detention
• Verify species identification via scientific name (Esox lucius) on documentation to confirm pike classification
• Provide certificates of origin and frozen chain-of-custody records to prevent misclassification as saltwater fish
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Frozen boneless fillets from Walleye (Sander vitreus), commonly known as walleye pike, a popular freshwater game fish from the Great Lakes region. These premium fillets are flash-frozen to preserve texture and flavor. HTS 0304.89.50.20 covers frozen pike fillets as freshwater fish meat.
Muskie Frozen Pike Fillets
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Chain Pickerel Frozen Fillets
Frozen IQF fillets from Chain Pickerel (Esox niger), a smaller pike species abundant in eastern U.S. freshwater systems. These lean fillets are ideal for grilling or frying. Classified precisely under HTS 0304.89.50.20 for frozen pike freshwater fish fillets.
Amur Pike Frozen Fillets
Frozen block fillets from Amur Pike (Esox lucius baikalensis), an Asian subspecies farmed in Russia and China. These fillets are portioned and glazed for export. HTS 0304.89.50.20 applies to all frozen pike fillets as freshwater fish.