Frozen Minced Pacific Cod Meat
Bulk frozen minced fillets of Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) in containers over 6.8 kg, used in surimi production. HTS 0304.99.11.09 applies to this other frozen minced fish meat in immediate bulk packaging. Chapter notes exclude human-consumable flours, meals, or pellets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cod fillets not minced
Frozen cod fillets (not minced) have specific heading 0304.61, separate from generic minced.
If in smaller non-bulk packs
Containers ≤6.8 kg classify under 0304.99.50 other frozen fish meat.
If made into pasta like fish balls
Processed into shaped pasta products moves to Chapter 19 prepared foods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include bill of lading confirming frozen state upon import; thawed shipments risk reclassification or rejection
• Declare exact fish species to avoid blending with duty-free cod under 0304.61; misID leads to penalties
• Ensure immediate containers are food-grade to meet FDA import standards for bulk fish meat
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