Fresh Mangrove Snapper from Mexico
Whole mangrove snapper (Lutjanus griseus) fresh from Caribbean reefs, chilled immediately post-harvest to preserve quality, not filleted or processed. Specifically classified in 0302.89.50.58 as chilled snapper of Lutjanidae family, excluding offal or 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
• Use insulated containers with ice; document cooling process to differentiate from frozen imports
• Provide NOAA fishery certificates if from regulated US waters; avoid pitfalls like undeclared antibiotics
• Label with exact species to prevent blending with other reef fish under broader 0302.89 categories