Albacore Tuna Loins in Large Drums
Cooked and loined albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga) stored in industrial drums over 6.8 kg total weight, not in oil. This bulk-prepared product is under HTS 1604.14.40.00 for large-container tuna pieces used in manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from freely associated states within quota
Qualifies for duty-free entry under specific aggregate quantities per general note 10(c).
If packed in oil in bulk over 6.8 kg
Oil-packed bulk tuna uses the parallel 'in oil' subheading.
If frozen loins, unprepared
Frozen unprepared fillets are Chapter 3, not preserved products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label containers clearly with net weight and species to match HTS weight criteria
• Avoid common pitfall of oil residue contamination leading to incorrect 'in oil' classification
• Use ISF filings early for refrigerated bulk shipments to prevent holds
Related Products under HTS 1604.14.40.00
Yellowfin Tuna Chunks in Bulk
Frozen chunks of yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg, not in oil or airtight packaging. This product is classified under HTS 1604.14.40.00 as prepared tuna in pieces for industrial use, such as canning or further processing.
Skipjack Tuna Pieces Bulk Pack
Prepared skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) cut into pieces and packed in large bulk containers over 6.8 kg, without oil or airtight seals. Falls under HTS 1604.14.40.00 for non-minced tuna products intended for commercial food processing.
Bigeye Tuna Chunks Industrial Bulk
Prepared bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) in chunk form, bulk-packed in containers over 6.8 kg without oil. Classified in HTS 1604.14.40.00 as non-airtight, large bulk tuna for food service or canning.
Bluefin Tuna Pieces in Bulk Barrels
High-value bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) prepared in pieces and barreled in bulk over 6.8 kg, oil-free. HTS 1604.14.40.00 applies to this non-minced, large-container preserved tuna.
Tongol Tuna Flakes Bulk Container
Prepared tongol or longtail tuna (Thunnus tonggol) in flake pieces, packed bulk over 6.8 kg not in oil. This industrial product fits HTS 1604.14.40.00 for large non-airtight tuna preparations.
Yellowfin Tuna Steaks Bulk Pack
Cut yellowfin tuna steaks preserved in bulk containers over 6.8 kg, without oil or airtight seals. Classified under HTS 1604.14.40.00 as pieces of tuna for bulk import.