Chilled Skipjack Tuna in Bulk for Canning from Mexico
Bulk-packed chilled skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), lightly dressed (gilled and gutted) for transport to canneries. Falls under HTS 0302.33.00.00 as fresh/chilled whole skipjack excluding offal or fillets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Ensure bulk packaging prevents damage; include weight certificates for duty calculation
• Comply with USDA/APHIS if any risk of contaminants; test for heavy metals common in tuna
• Declare intended use as canning input to facilitate customs processing