0309.90.10.30 - Antarctic krill

This HTS code, 0309.90.10.30, specifically classifies Antarctic krill. This category encompasses krill harvested from the Southern Ocean, processed in a manner that renders them fit for human consumption. These products can include whole krill, krill meat, or krill paste, typically preserved through freezing to maintain freshness and quality for the food market.

When classifying krill, it is crucial to distinguish it from sibling categories. While 0309.90.10.10 covers freshwater crawfish, and 0309.90.10.61 encompasses other crustaceans not otherwise specified, this code is exclusively for Antarctic krill. The geographical origin and specific species of krill are the defining factors for this classification.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification criteria focus on ensuring the product is indeed Antarctic krill, is fit for human consumption, and has been processed and preserved, in this instance, by freezing, as per the preceding subheadings.