Atlantic pollock (Pollachius virens), also marketed as saithe or coley in European trade, is a mid-tier groundfish from the Northwest Atlantic that competes with cod and haddock in both fresh and processed markets. Its classification here is species-specific — Pollachius virens is taxonomically distinct from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma / Gadus chalcogrammus), which has its own heading. Importers sourcing from Canadian or Icelandic fisheries should note that whole or dressed fresh product belongs here, while fillets shift to heading 0304. FDA Prior Notice and HACCP compliance are required for all seafood imports.
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No. Atlantic pollock (Pollachius virens) classifies under 0302530000, while Alaska pollock has its own dedicated lines under 0302550000 and 0302555000. The two species are from different genera and ocean basins, and conflating them is a common classification error that can trigger CBP scrutiny.
Atlantic pollock is sold under several alternate names including saithe, coley, and Boston bluefish. FDA seafood labeling regulations require that the accepted market name appear on commercial documents. Importers should confirm that supplier invoices and catch certificates use a name that maps to Pollachius virens to avoid admissibility issues.
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