0304.96.00.00 - Dogfish and other sharks

HTS code 0304.96.00.00 specifically classifies frozen dogfish and other sharks, presented as fillets or other fish meat, whether or not minced. This category is part of a broader grouping for other fish meat that is frozen, distinct from the more specifically identified species found at the same level.

This classification is differentiated from its siblings, such as swordfish (0304.91), toothfish (0304.92), tilapias and catfish (0304.93), and Alaska pollock (0304.94), by the distinct biological identity of the fish. While all are covered under the umbrella of "other, frozen" fish meat, 0304.96.00.00 exclusively pertains to species within the dogfish and shark families. Its position within this section highlights the Harmonized Tariff Schedule's detailed approach to enumerating specific fish types for trade purposes.

As a leaf node in the HTS database, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 0304.96.00.00 relies entirely on the accurate identification of the product as dogfish or another shark species, presented in a frozen state as fillets or minced meat. This necessitates attention to the biological characteristics of the fish to ensure correct import and export declaration.