0302.81.00.11 - Dogfish (Squalus spp.)

This HTS category, 0302.81.00.11, specifically covers dogfish of the genus *Squalus*, presented fresh or chilled. This classification applies to whole fish or sections thereof, excluding fillets and other meat of fish as defined under heading 0304. The emphasis is on the entire animal as caught and prepared for initial sale or processing, rather than further processed fish flesh.

Within the broader group of "Other fish, excluding edible fish offal," this subcategory is distinct from its sibling, 0302.81.00.91, which encompasses other types of sharks not classified as dogfish. The differentiating factor here is the specific genus (*Squalus*) that defines the product. Classification relies on the identification of the species, which can often be confirmed through expert zoological examination or readily available product information.

As a leaf node, this classification does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the practical application of this code hinges on accurately identifying the commodity as dogfish (*Squalus spp.*) and confirming its condition as fresh or chilled, ensuring it is not a fish fillet or meat product falling under a different heading. The absence of subcategories underscores the direct classification of this specific type of shark at this granular level.