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Chilled Alligator Tail Meat from Mexico

Chilled tail meat from farmed alligators, a premium cut classified under HTS 0208.50.00.00 for reptile meat. Widely used in Southern US cuisine for its tender texture.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Source from CITES-registered farms, as wild alligator may require additional permits

Maintain temperature logs below 4°C to qualify as chilled, avoiding spoilage claims

Avoid bone-in shipments if possible, as dutiable weight includes bones per US notes

Chilled Alligator Tail Meat from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0208.50.00.00