Ice-Slurry Chilled Swordfish from Mexico
Swordfish (Xiphias gladius) preserved in ice-water slurry at 0-2°C for optimal freshness. Qualifies as chilled under HTS 0302.47.00, not frozen.
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
• Detail slurry composition (seawater/ice ratio) in commercial invoice
• Drain excess liquid before packaging to prevent water-weight disputes
• Test core temperature to confirm above freezing