Chilled Whole Mediterranean Gilthead Seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.) from Mexico
Chilled whole gilthead seabass from Dicentrarchus spp., a farmed variety with firm white flesh prized in European markets. HTS 0302.84.5000 applies to this 'other' seabass as fresh/chilled whole fish, excluding any filleting or meat separation per heading 0304 exclusion. Typically packed in ice slurry for transport.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain cold chain integrity with calibrated temperature recorders to prove 'chilled' status (not frozen); provide aquaculture certification if from pond-raised sources to address antibiotic residue concerns; avoid over-icing which can lead to water content disputes and duty adjustments