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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fresh or chilled, not frozen
Fresh or chilled shark fillets fall under heading 0303 for fresh/chilled fish meat, excluding frozen products.
If swordfish instead of shark
Swordfish fillets are classified separately under 0304.91, as the heading specifies distinct species like swordfish apart from sharks.
If processed into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, and pellets suitable for human food from 0304-0308, directing them to heading 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific names (e.g
• Squalus acanthias) via documentation to confirm shark classification and avoid reclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide frozen storage certificates showing temperatures below -18°C
• Be aware of potential CITES restrictions for certain shark species; check IUCN status and obtain non-CITES certificates if applicable
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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 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.
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.