0304.61.00.00 - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.)

This HTS category, 0304.61.00.00, specifically covers frozen fillets of tilapias, scientifically identified as *Oreochromis* species. These products are considered fish meat that has been filleted and subsequently frozen for preservation. The classification is focused on the genus *Oreochromis*, ensuring that only products derived from these particular types of tilapia are included under this code.

This category is distinguished from its sibling categories by the specific fish species it enumerates. While 0304.62.00.00 covers frozen fillets of catfish, 0304.63.00.00 pertains to Nile perch, and 0304.69.00.00 encompasses other species within the broader classification of frozen fillets. Therefore, the defining characteristic for 0304.61.00.00 is the exclusive inclusion of tilapia fillets, differentiating it from other fish types also presented as frozen fillets within this HTS heading.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 0304.61.00.00. Classification under this code relies solely on the product being a frozen fillet of a tilapia species (*Oreochromis spp.*). Importers and exporters should ensure that the product's origin and preparation method align precisely with these criteria to maintain accurate customs declarations.