Scaled Chilled Coalfish from Mexico
Coalfish scaled for cleanliness but otherwise whole, fresh or chilled. HTS 0302.53.00.00 as minimal processing keeps it in whole fresh Gadidae.
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
• Note scaling on commercial invoice to justify whole fish status
• Ice slurry packing recommended for Gadidae shelf life
• Avoid skin-off processing to prevent fillet misclassification