Live Wild-Caught Southern Bluefin Tuna from Mexico
Wild-caught live Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) transported alive from fishing grounds to ranching sites. Precisely matches HTS 0301.95.00.00 for this species in live form, excluding frozen or filleted products. Common in purse-seine capture for live transfer.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide catch certificates under CCSBT traceability program; use aerated transport vessels
• Inspect for parasites before entry
• Common pitfall: incorrect species declaration leading to seizures