Chilled Southern Bluefin Tuna for Sashimi from Mexico
High-fat toro grade southern bluefin tuna, chilled whole or head-off for direct sashimi slicing at destination. Specifically Thunnus maccoyii, classified under 0302.36.00.00 for fresh/chilled excluding 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
• Secure CITES export/re-export permits due to overfished status of southern bluefin
• Test for histamine levels under FDA defect action levels for scombroid safety
• Declare as 'sushi-grade' only if pre-treated; otherwise standard fresh fish labeling