HS Code for Fresh Alaska pollock

Fresh Alaska pollock is classified under HS code 0302.55. This classification is part of Chapter 3, which covers fish and crustaceans. Heading 0302 is specifically for fish, fresh or chilled, excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304. The subheading 0302.55 was established to specifically identify Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma). To qualify for this code, the fish must be in a fresh or chilled state (not frozen) and must be presented as a whole fish, or gutted/headed, but not yet processed into fillets. The classification is strictly based on the biological species and the state of preservation. As a member of the Gadidae family, it is grouped with other groundfish but has its own specific line item to facilitate trade monitoring of this high-volume commercial species.

Products Included

• Whole fresh Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma)
• Chilled Alaska pollock, gutted and headed
• Fresh Alaska pollock, round (whole)
• Chilled Alaska pollock, scaled and cleaned

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0303.67, which is for frozen Alaska pollock. The distinction between "fresh/chilled" (0302) and "frozen" (0303) is critical in customs law. Another common error is using 0304.44, which covers fresh or chilled fillets of Alaska pollock. Once the fish is filleted or the meat is removed from the bone, it leaves heading 0302 and enters 0304. Additionally, it may be confused with 0302.59, which is for "other" fish of the Gadidae family; however, because Alaska pollock has its own specific subheading (0302.55), the specific code must be used over the general one.

FAQ

What is the HS code for fresh Alaska pollock?

The specific HS code for fresh or chilled Alaska pollock (whole or gutted) is 0302.55.

Is frozen Alaska pollock under the same code?

No, frozen Alaska pollock is classified under HS code 0303.67. The 0302 heading is strictly for fresh or chilled products.