Glazed Frozen Pacific Halibut Blocks from Mexico
Frozen blocks of Pacific halibut whole fish with protective ice glaze (max 15% weight). HTS 0303.31.00.20 classification for frozen Hippoglossus stenolepis flatfish. Used in institutional foodservice.
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
• Declare net weight excluding glaze; excess ice triggers weight disputes
• FDA requires pathogen testing for frozen blocks over certain sizes
• Use block coding systems for lot traceability in recalls