0302.89.50.28 - Bass

This HTS classification, 0302.89.50.28, specifically covers fresh or chilled bass. Within the broader category of "Other fish, excluding edible fish offal," this subheading narrows the focus to a particular species of fish that does not fall under more specific designations like pike or pickerel. The "Other" at this granular level signifies that it encompasses all types of bass that meet the criteria of being fresh or chilled and are not fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304.

To distinguish this category, consider the sibling entries: 0302.89.50.07 for Pike, 0302.89.50.10 for Pickerel, and 0302.89.50.31 for Whitefish. While all are fresh or chilled fish, the defining characteristic of 0302.89.50.28 is its classification as "Bass," a distinct taxonomic group. If the fish were a perch, it would be classified under its own specific subheading. Similarly, any other freshwater fish not specifically listed would fall under the "Other" sibling category, 0302.89.50.34.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories under 0302.89.50.28. This means that once a fish is identified as fresh or chilled bass, its classification is complete at this level. The classification relies solely on the identification of the species as bass and its condition (fresh or chilled), without requiring further subdivision based on size, preparation, or other factors.