Chilled Whole Herring for Sushi Grade from Mexico
Premium sushi-grade whole herrings (Clupea harengus), flash-chilled post-harvest to preserve freshness for raw consumption in Japanese cuisine. HTS 0302.41.00.00 applies to these fresh or chilled specimens excluding any filleting.
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
• Provide parasite destruction certification (e.g
• freezing history if applicable) for raw consumption under FDA rules
• Use insulated containers with data loggers; temperature excursions common pitfall leading to rejection
• Species verification via DNA testing recommended for high-value sushi imports to confirm Clupea spp