0302.89.50.58 - Snapper (Lutjanidae)

This HTS category, 0302.89.50.58, specifically classifies fresh or chilled snapper, belonging to the Lutjanidae family. These are whole fish or portions thereof that have not undergone any preservation processes beyond chilling. The classification falls under the broader heading of "Fish, fresh or chilled, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304," indicating that the product must be presented in a form other than processed fillets or meat.

To properly classify under this subheading, it's important to distinguish it from its siblings. While other subheadings at this level might cover specific species like smelts, cusk, shad, sturgeon, or sable fish, this particular classification is reserved for the diverse range of snapper species within the Lutjanidae family. The key differentiating factor is the taxonomic identification of the fish as belonging to the snapper family.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories under 0302.89.50.58. Therefore, classification decisions at this level rely solely on accurately identifying the fish as a snapper (Lutjanidae family) and confirming it is presented fresh or chilled, and not as fillets or meat of heading 0304. This ensures that all types of fresh or chilled snapper not otherwise specified at a more granular level are appropriately accounted for.