Frozen Hake Surimi Bulk Blocks
Minced hake fish meat formed into frozen surimi blocks over 15 kg each, destined for further processing into kamaboko. Falls under HTS 0304.99.11.04 for frozen other fish meat, minced surimi in bulk containers. Excludes pelletized forms per chapter notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unminced fillets rather than minced
Whole or unminced frozen fish fillets classify separately from minced meat.
If canned or preserved after mincing
Preserved forms of minced fish like surimi paste shift to Chapter 16 prepared fish.
If processed into pellets unfit for human consumption
Pellets as defined in chapter notes for animal feed go to Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain FDA prior notice for fish imports and ensure HACCP plans cover surimi washing/decoloring steps
• Document immediate container integrity to avoid reclassification as immediate packs under 6.8 kg
• Test for histamine levels common in minced fish products during frozen storage
Related Products under HTS 0304.99.11.04
Frozen Surimi Paste in Bulk Drums
Frozen minced fish meat processed into surimi paste, packed in bulk drums exceeding 6.8 kg, used as a base for imitation seafood products. Classified under HTS 0304.99.11.04 as frozen minced surimi in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. Meets chapter definition for fish meat, not fitting human consumption flours or pellets.
Frozen Pollock Surimi in 20 kg Tubs
Surimi made from minced Alaska pollock, frozen and packed in 20 kg plastic tubs for industrial use in fishcake production. HTS 0304.99.11.04 applies to this frozen surimi in immediate containers over 6.8 kg. Distinct from retail packs or finished consumer products.
Industrial Frozen Threadfin Bream Surimi
Frozen surimi from minced threadfin bream in 25 kg bulk bags, used in commercial chikuwa production. HTS 0304.99.11.04 covers this frozen minced surimi in over 6.8 kg immediate containers. Not a flour, meal, or human-ready pellet.
Frozen Silver Surimi in 10 kg Pails
Surimi produced from frozen minced silver fish varieties, packed in 10 kg food-grade pails for export to manufacturers. Specifically under HTS 0304.99.11.04 as bulk frozen minced surimi over 6.8 kg. Processed fish meat, not end consumer product.