Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets
Frozen fillets from ocean perch (Sebastes spp.), a redfish from North Atlantic waters. Classified in HTS 0304.99.91.90 for other frozen ocean fish meat. Fresh/chilled or frozen state per heading 0304.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If skin-on fillets
Frozen fillets with skin classify as filleted fish under 0303, not other meat.
If made into flours or meals
Fish flours fit for human consumption excluded by chapter note to heading 0309.
If fresh or chilled rather than frozen
Same product fresh/chilled moves to 0304.89 for other non-frozen.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document block-frozen process to confirm compliance with frozen definition
• Avoid retail packaging that might imply prepared status under Chapter 16
• Test for histamine levels in scombroid species, though perch is low-risk
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