Seabass, Fresh or Chilled (Whole Fish)

European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax), sold as branzino or loup de mer, is the primary species classified here. However, 'seabass' is a common name applied to multiple unrelated species globally. Chilean seabass (Patagonian toothfish), for example, is classified under a completely different HTS heading. Importers should use the scientific species name on all documentation to ensure correct classification and avoid confusion with restricted species like Patagonian toothfish, which requires CCAMLR catch documentation.

Line 0302841100 applies to scaled seabass weighing 6.8 kg or less per individual fish, while 0302845000 covers other fresh or chilled seabass not elsewhere specified. Given that farmed Mediterranean seabass is typically harvested at 300–600 grams, most commercial shipments will fall under the weight-limited line, but importers should verify average fish weight per lot to confirm correct classification.