Iced Skipjack Tuna Loins Whole from Mexico
'Loins' referring to trunk sections of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) with head/tail removed, but still considered whole fish preparations when not filleted. HTS 0302.33.00.00 applies to fresh/chilled skipjack excluding true 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
• Clarify 'loin' cuts are not boneless fillets with photos/diagrams for customs
• Maintain ice coverage documentation to prove chilled status
• Batch by size/weight for accurate valuation