Canned Skipjack Tuna Flakes in Water
Skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) processed into flakes or pieces, preserved in water in sealed cans without oil or mincing. This fits HTS 1604.14.30.99 as other tunas/skipjack in airtight containers not in oil, for retail-sized packs.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If flakes packed in vegetable oil medium
Oil-packed tuna transfers to 1604.20 subheading regardless of species or form.
If fresh chilled rather than preserved
Fresh or chilled skipjack stays in Chapter 3 heading 0303, not prepared products of 1604.
If in immediate containers over 7kg
Bulk containers for institutional use fall under larger size provisions in 1604.14.40.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure HACCP plans are documented for seafood processing to meet FDA entry requirements
• Label species clearly (e.g
• 'Skipjack') to avoid disputes with albacore or yellowfin classifications
• Check for section 609 restrictions if any shrimp bycatch in tuna harvest, requiring documentation
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