Frozen Pollock Fillets
Frozen skinless fillets of Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), a whitefish commonly used in fish sticks and surimi production. These are classified under HTS 0304.89.50 as frozen fillets of other fish excluding major species like salmon, tuna, or halibut. They are not minced and meet the definition of fish fillets in Chapter 3.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If of hake
Hake fillets have a dedicated subheading under 0304.82 due to commercial importance, shifting from the residual 'other' category.
If of Pacific salmon
Salmon species like sockeye or coho fall under specific headings 0304.71-0304.74, not the general 'other fish'.
If whole or in pieces, not fillets
If not separated into fillets, frozen fish like pollock classify under 0303 as whole or simply prepared fish meat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific names on documentation to avoid misclassification into species-specific subheadings
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin for potential antidumping duties on pollock
• Check for Section 232 or 301 tariffs if sourced from certain countries; common pitfall is inadequate temperature logs for frozen goods
Related Products under HTS 0304.89.50
Frozen Hoki Fillets
Frozen skin-on or skinless fillets of hoki (Macruronus novaezelandiae), a deep-sea fish popular in fish and chips. Falls under HTS 0304.89.50 as frozen fillets of other fish not specified in prior subheadings. Excludes flours, meals, or pellets unfit for direct human consumption per Chapter notes.
Frozen Silver Hake Fillets
Frozen whiting or silver hake fillets (Merluccius bilinearis), often used in chowders and bait. These qualify under HTS 0304.89.50 as other frozen fish fillets.
Frozen Croaker Fillets
Frozen yellow croaker fillets (Larimichthys polyactis), a popular Asian whitefish. HTS 0304.89.50 for these other frozen fish fillets.
Frozen Pacific Cod Fillets
Frozen boneless fillets of Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus), a flaky white fish used in gourmet dishes. Classified in HTS 0304.89.50 for frozen fillets of other fish, excluding species with dedicated codes like Atlantic cod under separate provisions.
Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets
Frozen redfish or ocean perch fillets (Sebastes spp.), skin-off and vacuum-packed for retail. HTS 0304.89.50 applies to these frozen fillets of unspecified other fish species.
Frozen Escolar Fillets
Frozen butterfish or escolar fillets (Lepidocybium flavobrunneum), known for oily texture but with FDA advisories on consumption. Classified as HTS 0304.89.50 frozen other fish fillets.