Fresh Chilled Blue Mackerel (Horse Mackerel) from Mexico
Fresh or chilled Trachurus murphyi, known as blue mackerel or Chilean horse mackerel, sourced from South Pacific fisheries. This whole fish import is classified in HTS 0302.45.5000 for 'other' jack and horse mackerel, fresh/chilled excluding offal or fillets. Used in canning and fresh markets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure supplier provides HACCP certification for seafood safety compliance during import
• Avoid common pitfall of exceeding 48-hour post-harvest window for 'fresh/chilled' status
• Use insulated containers with ice; declare exact weight to match invoices precisely