Chilled Bluefin Tuna for Sashimi Whole from Mexico
Premium whole bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus or orientalis) chilled to sushi-grade standards, typically air-shipped for high-end restaurants. HTS 0302.35.01.00 applies to fresh/chilled excluding 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
• FDA prior notice mandatory for seafood; include histamine testing results for scombrotoxin prevention
• Customs may require photos showing whole fish condition upon entry to prevent 0304 misclassification
• Declare exact species; hybrids may need DNA verification for proper subheading