Fresh Whiting Hake from Mexico
Urophycis regius (spotted hake), chilled whole from Gulf of Mexico, fitting 'other' hake category. HTS 0302.54.5000 applies to this Merluccidae family fish, fresh excluding fillets. Mild flavor suits Southern US seafood boils.
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
• Use ISF filing with precise HTS and species to preempt CBP queries on gadiform fish
• Test for histamine levels in chilled fish to meet FDA defect action levels
• Bundle with similar gadids only if separately identifiable to maintain heading accuracy