Frozen Atlantic Halibut Whole from Mexico
Whole frozen Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus) caught in the North Atlantic, preserved by freezing without filleting or further processing. Classified under HTS 0303.31.00 as frozen halibut, a flatfish species in the specified genera, excluding fillets of heading 0304.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific names via documentation to confirm Reinhardtius or Hippoglossus genera
• Ensure chain of custody for frozen state compliance and temperature logs
• Be aware of section 609 restrictions if misidentified as shrimp product