Chilled Nile Perch Loins from Mexico
Backbone-removed loins from fresh Nile perch, skin-on and chilled, maintaining whole-fish integrity. Under HTS 0302.79.5025 as other Nile perch forms, not qualifying as 'fillets' per HTS notes. Used in high-end sushi or grilling.
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
• Photos or diagrams in docs showing loin cuts from whole fish help CBP verify non-0304 status
• Test for histamine levels due to warm-water species risk; levels over 50ppm cause rejections
• Avoid vacuum-packing if it implies preservation, sticking to simple iced packing