0303.65.00.00 - Coalfish (Pollachius virens)

This HTS category, 0303.65.00.00, specifically classifies frozen coalfish (Pollachius virens). Coalfish are a species of cod-like fish belonging to the family Gadidae, characterized by their greenish-brown coloration and often found in cooler waters of the North Atlantic. For classification purposes under this heading, the fish must be presented in a frozen state and must not be fillets or other meat of fish falling under heading 0304.

Distinguishing coalfish from its sibling categories is crucial for accurate classification. For instance, while 0303.63.00 covers various cod species and 0303.64.00.00 is designated for haddock, this subheading is exclusively for coalfish. Similarly, other Gadidae family members like hake (0303.66.00.00) and Alaska pollock (0303.67.00.00) have their own distinct classifications, requiring careful identification based on scientific nomenclature and recognized physical characteristics.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification decisions within 0303.65.00.00 rely entirely on confirming the species as coalfish (Pollachius virens) and ensuring the product meets the general requirements of frozen fish, excluding fillets and fish meat of heading 0304, as defined by the parent context of Chapter 3.