Frozen Minced Hake Fish Meat in Bulk
Frozen minced fish meat derived from hake (Merluccius spp., family Merlucciidae), packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg. This product is classified under HTS 0304.95.10.15 as minced frozen fish meat from specified gadiform families, excluding Alaska Pollock, in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. It is suitable for further processing in food manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from cod (Gadus morhua) instead of hake
Different gadiform family (Gadidae) shifts classification within the same frozen minced bulk category.
If fresh or chilled rather than frozen
State of preservation (fresh/chilled) moves it to heading 0304.17 for non-minced or minced gadiform fillets.
If cooked, prepared or preserved after mincing
Processed beyond simple freezing, entering Chapter 16 for prepared fish products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific names and certificates to confirm classification within Merlucciidae, avoiding misclassification as Alaska Pollock
• Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents for bulk exemption; provide packing list and weight declarations
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine and contaminants in frozen minced fish
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