Frozen Grass Carp Whole Fish from Mexico
Frozen whole grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella), a popular Asian freshwater fish, packed in blocks for bulk import. Classified under 0303.25.01.00 as frozen carp species excluding fillets or offal.
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
• Obtain aquaculture certification if farm-raised to meet U.S. import standards for pond-raised fish
• Maintain cold chain documentation showing temperature below -18°C to prevent spoilage claims
• Label packages clearly with scientific name to avoid reclassification during inspection