Chilled Dugong Meat from Mexico
Chilled meat from dugongs (Sirenia order), a sea cow species found in Indo-Pacific waters, imported under rare conservation permits. HTS 0208.40.01.00 specifically includes Sirenia mammals' fresh, chilled, or frozen meat. Must be edible and not covered by exclusions like blood or guts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• CITES permits mandatory; provide proof of sustainable harvest
• Ensure no mixing with offal to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: Lack of country-of-origin traceability