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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in containers 6.8 kg or less, not airtight
Smaller non-airtight packs use distinct subheadings.
If frozen unprepared fillets
Unpreserved frozen tuna is Chapter 3 commodity.
If containing crustaceans like shrimp
Products with added shellfish move to Chapter 16 other prepared aquatics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for overfished bluefin species beyond tariff docs
• Weigh containers precisely; under 6.8 kg shifts to smaller pack subheadings
• Declare accurately to avoid penalties on high-value shipments
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.
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.
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.
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.