0304.95 - Fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae and Muraenolepididae, other than Alaska Pollock (Theragra chalcogramma):
Sub-classifications
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Overview
Category 0304.95 specifically covers frozen fish meat, not minced, originating from a defined list of families, namely Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae, Melanonidae, Merlucciidae, Moridae, and Muraenolepididae. This designation is crucial as it excludes Alaska Pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), which has its own distinct classification under 0304.94.
This category serves as a residual classification for certain frozen fish meat, distinguishing itself from its siblings by the specific families of fish it encompasses. Unlike sibling categories that classify swordfish, toothfish, specific types of tilapia and catfish, Alaska pollock, or dogfish and sharks, 0304.95 captures a broader range of "other" fish from the stipulated families when presented in frozen form.
The subcategories within 0304.95 further refine the classification based on the packaging of the frozen fish meat. Subcategory 0304.95.10 applies to shipments that are in bulk or in immediate containers weighing over 6.8 kilograms with their contents, while 0304.95.90.00 is designated for all other presentations not meeting this weight threshold. This distinction is important for inventory management and customs declaration purposes.