Fresh Chilled Lemon Sole from Mexico
Lemon sole (Microstomus kitt) of the Pleuronectidae family features thin, flaky flesh with a subtle lemony taste. This whole fresh or chilled flatfish fits HTS 0302.29.0190 as 'other' excluding specific flatfish types and any fillets.
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
• Use insulated shipping with ice packs and include bills of lading specifying 'whole fresh/chilled' to prevent frozen misclassification
• Check for Section 232/301 tariffs if from certain origins; flatfish often exempt but verify