Frozen Whole Tilapia Fillets Removed from Mexico
Frozen tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) with heads, tails, and viscera removed but otherwise whole, excluding fish fillets of heading 0304. This product is classified under HTS 0303.23.00.00 as frozen tilapia not reduced to fillets or other fish meat. It is commonly imported for further processing or direct sale in markets.
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
• Verify species identification through documentation to confirm Oreochromis spp. as required by HTS; ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and import alerts on tilapia
• Obtain Certificate of Origin to qualify for preferential duties if sourced from FTA countries; watch for misclassification as fillets