Frozen Alaska Pollock Meat
Frozen Alaska pollock meat is fish meat from Theragra chalcogramma that is frozen and sold without whole fillets. It is commonly provided as minced meat, blocks, or surimi base for further food processing.
Prices, specifications and international trade for frozen alaska pollock meat under HS 030494.
Frozen Alaska Pollock Meat Price
Published reference · Jun 1, 2026
Frozen Alaska pollock meat is quoted in USD/t at CHN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.
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Frozen Alaska pollock meat belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030494.
Frozen Alaska Pollock Meat HS Code
| Scientific name | Theragra chalcogramma |
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| Product type | Intermediate |
| Form | Frozen |
| Position in the chain | Processed |
| Category | Seafood — Protein and dairy |
| HS codes | 030494 |
| Quoted in | USD/t |
| Reference location | CHN |
Production & Handling
Processing steps for frozen alaska pollock meat include Filleting/deboning, Mincing, Forming into blocks or surimi base.
Production and Storage
| Perishability | High |
|---|---|
| Temperature regime | Frozen |
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Uses & Risks
Frozen Alaska pollock meat is used in Surimi products, Fish sticks and breaded fish portions, and Ingredient for further seafood processing.
End Uses
- Surimi products
Used as a base for imitation crab and other processed seafood items
- Fish sticks and breaded fish portions
Shaped and coated for ready‑to‑cook frozen fish products
- Ingredient for further seafood processing
Provides bulk protein for mixed seafood formulations and pet food
Uses and Related Commodities
| Downstream industries | Seafood processing, Frozen ready‑to‑cook foods, Pet food manufacturing |
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Frozen Alaska Pollock Meat Questions
- What exactly is Frozen Alaska pollock meat?
- It is fish meat from Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma), excluding fillets, whether or not minced, and it is sold frozen.
- How should Frozen Alaska pollock meat be stored to maintain quality?
- The product should be kept frozen throughout the supply chain; maintaining the cold chain prevents thawing and quality loss.
- Can the frozen meat be used directly for filleting or further processing?
- Yes, the frozen meat can be minced or processed into fillets after thawing, as it is classified as fish meat whether or not minced.