Chilled Boston Mackerel Whole

Whole chilled Boston mackerel, regional name for Scomber scombrus, packed in Styrofoam boxes with gel packs. Directly matches HTS 0302.44.00.00 criteria for fresh/chilled named mackerel species. Common in Northeast U.S. ethnic markets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.99.00.00Same rate: 35%

If other edible offal included

Separate offal from other fish species goes to 0302.99, but mackerel whole stays specific.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If salted but not dried/smoked

Salted or brine-packed fish moves to heading 0306 for crustaceans/molluscs? No, 0305 for fish.

0305Lower: 10% vs 35%

If simply smoked without preservation

Smoked fish, not further prepared, under 0305 per chapter provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cross-reference regional names to scientific species in entry docs to prevent disputes

Ensure no freezing indicators like ice crystal formation during inspection

Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species traceability

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