Smoked Cusk Fillets
Cold-smoked fillets from cusk (Brosme brosme), a deep-water gadoid fish prized for its firm texture. HTS 0305.49.40.20 covers smoked cusk explicitly as one of the named species in this smoked fish category.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ling or blue grenadier
Related gadoids not explicitly named shift to the general 'other' smoked fish subheading.
If merely salted, not smoked
Salted cusk without smoking goes to 0304 for salted/brined fish, distinct from smoked.
If ground into paste and made into pellets fit for human consumption
Pellets from fish meal fitting human consumption move to heading 0309 per chapter notes, not 0305.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Source from approved fisheries; cusk is less common, so extra species verification is crucial
• Monitor for histamine levels in smoked products per FDA guidelines to avoid detention
• Use ISF filings early due to niche product scrutiny
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