Frozen Porbeagle Shark Fillets
Skinless, boneless frozen fillets from porbeagle shark (Lamna nasus), prized for its firm texture in gourmet applications. Classified in HTS 0304.96.00.00 for frozen shark fillets and meat. These are IQF (individually quick frozen) for retail packaging.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as whole frozen sharks
Whole frozen sharks are under 0302 for frozen whole fish; filleted or other meat forms move to 0304.
If from other non-shark species like tunas
Tuna or other frozen fish meat falls under 0304.99; sharks have dedicated subheading 0304.96.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label shipments with exact species per FAO/ASFA names to comply with HTS specificity for sharks
• Maintain cold chain documentation from catch to import, as thawing could reclassify to fresh under 0303
• Monitor seasonal quotas and MSC certification for sustainable sourcing to ease customs scrutiny
Related Products under HTS 0304.96.00.00
Frozen Spiny Dogfish Fillets
Frozen fillets from spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias), a common shark species used in fish and chips. Classified under HTS 0304.96.00.00 as frozen fillets of dogfish and other sharks, distinct from fresh or chilled forms. These are skinless, boneless cuts ready for further processing or direct consumption.
Frozen Blue Shark Meat Blocks
Frozen blocks of meat from blue shark (Prionace glauca), often minced or whole muscle for industrial use in fish sticks. Falls under HTS 0304.96.00.00 as frozen other fish meat from sharks. These are typically skin-on, bone-in blocks destined for further filleting.
Frozen Mako Shark Steaks
Cross-cut steaks from shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), frozen for barbecue or smoking. HTS 0304.96.00.00 covers these as frozen shark meat cuts. Bone-in steaks retain natural shape for premium markets.
Frozen Thresher Shark Fillet Portions
IQF portions from pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus), trimmed for sushi or ceviche after thawing. Under HTS 0304.96.00.00 as frozen other shark meat. These are vacuum-packed smaller cuts from larger fillets.