IQF Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets
Individually Quick Frozen (IQF) ocean perch fillets are frozen separately to prevent sticking, ideal for portion control in restaurants. HTS 0304.89.50.40 covers these as frozen fillets of other ocean perch, excluding flours or pellets. Sourced from sustainable fisheries off Norway or Iceland.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from swordfish
Swordfish fillets have their own subheading in frozen other fish fillets, separate from ocean perch.
If fresh or chilled, not frozen
Fresh/chilled ocean perch fillets are under heading 0304's fresh subheadings, not frozen.
If ground into flour or meal fit for human consumption
Per Chapter notes, flours/meals/pellets for human consumption go to heading 0309, not raw fillets.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label IQF lots with production codes for traceability, required under FSMA for seafood imports
• Use refrigerated containers to maintain -18°C or below, documenting temperature logs to prevent spoilage claims at entry
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Frozen Rosefish Fillets
Frozen fillets from rosefish (Sebastes marinus), also known as ocean perch, are skinless, boneless cuts suitable for retail or foodservice. They fall under HTS 0304.89.50.40 as frozen fillets of other fish specifically classified as other ocean perch. These fillets are wild-caught from the North Atlantic and typically sold in vacuum-sealed packs.
Frozen Ocean Perch Skin-On Fillets
Skin-on frozen fillets of ocean perch, harvested from cold North Atlantic waters, retain the skin for added flavor during cooking. Classified under HTS 0304.89.50.40 as frozen fillets of other ocean perch, these are typically portioned for commercial use. They meet the definition of fish fillets whether or not minced, fresh, chilled, or frozen.
Norwegian Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets
Premium frozen fillets from Norwegian ocean perch fisheries, known for firm texture and mild flavor. HTS 0304.89.50.40 applies to these frozen other fish fillets as other ocean perch. Packaged in bulk for wholesale distribution.
Skinless Boneless Frozen Ocean Perch Portions
Uniformly cut skinless, boneless portions from ocean perch fillets, frozen for convenience. HTS 0304.89.50.40 designates these as frozen other ocean perch fillets/meat. Popular in ready-to-cook seafood mixes.
Bulk Frozen Ocean Perch Fillet Blocks
Large bulk blocks of frozen ocean perch fillets for industrial portioning. Falls under HTS 0304.89.50.40 for other frozen ocean perch. Used in fish processing plants.
Portion-Cut Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets
Pre-cut uniform portions from ocean perch fillets, flash-frozen. HTS 0304.89.50.40 for frozen other fish fillets as ocean perch.