0302.59.11.00 - Scaled (whether or not heads, viscera and/or fins have been removed, but not otherwise processed), in immediate containers weighing with their contents 6.8 kg or less

This HTS category, 0302.59.11.00, specifically covers scaled fish, fresh or chilled, from designated families (Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae), which are presented in immediate containers weighing 6.8 kg or less with their contents. The key defining characteristics are the presence of scales and the specific packaging weight. Importantly, this classification remains applicable even if the fish has had its heads, viscera, or fins removed, as long as no further processing beyond these basic preparations has occurred.

The distinction between this category and its sibling, 0302.59.50 ("Other"), lies in the specific packaging requirement. While both cover scaled fish from the same families, 0302.59.11.00 is exclusively for those presented in immediate containers weighing 6.8 kg or less. The "Other" subheading would encompass scaled fish from these families that are packaged in larger containers or are unpackaged, provided they meet the general criteria of heading 0302. This level of detail in packaging is crucial for accurate import and export declarations.

As this HTS code represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification is complete at this level, focusing on the precise definition of the product, its condition, origin (family), and presentation (packaging weight). Therefore, importers and exporters should ensure that the scaled fish they are declaring precisely matches the description of being fresh or chilled, from the specified families, and contained within immediate containers weighing no more than 6.8 kg with their contents, to correctly utilize this classification.