Gutted Chilled Ocean Perch from Mexico
Whole gutted ocean perch maintained chilled for market sale, retaining head and tail intact. HTS 0302.89.5055 applies to this minimally processed fresh/chilled fish named as ocean perch, excluding further breakdown into fillets.
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
• Specify 'gutted whole' in commercial invoices to distinguish from offal or fillet products
• Test for histamine levels per FDA seafood HACCP to prevent detention
• Use insulated containers with data loggers for proof of continuous chilling