Salted Swordfish Steaks
Swordfish cut into steaks and salted, preserved in brine without further processing. Falls under HTS 0305.69.60.01 as other salted fish not dried/smoked. Prized for grilling after light rinse.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen salted steaks
Frozen preservation takes precedence in Chapter 03 headings.
If smoked or prepared for retail
Any smoking or preservation beyond salt moves to Chapter 16.
If trimmings unfit for consumption
Scraps or offcuts from filleting go to 0307.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Monitor mercury levels per FDA guidelines for large pelagic fish
• Use wooden barrels traditionally to prevent 'dried' misperception
• Confirm no cooking occurred, as 'cooked before smoking' excludes even if not smoked
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Salted Pollock in Brine
Alaska pollock preserved in a saltwater brine solution, neither dried nor smoked, retaining full moisture. Fits HTS 0305.69.60.01 for 'other' salted or brined fish excluding offal. Commonly used in Asian cuisines for fermentation bases.
Salted Haddock Whole Fish
Whole haddock fish salted for preservation, not subjected to drying or smoking processes. Under HTS 0305.69.60.01 as other salted fish, preserving natural texture for smoking preparation. Popular in European fish markets.
Salted Hake Fillets
Skin-on hake fillets lightly salted and brined, excluding any drying or smoking. HTS 0305.69.60.01 covers these as other non-edible-offal salted fish. Used in South American ceviches and stews.
Salted Mackerel in Brine
Whole mackerel immersed in brine, salted but kept moist without drying or smoking. Classed in HTS 0305.69.60.01 for other salted/brined fish. Key ingredient in Korean and Japanese dishes.
Salted Tilapia Whole
Freshwater tilapia salted whole for preservation, no drying or smoking applied. HTS 0305.69.60.01 applies to these other salted fish products. Common in African and Asian markets.