Frozen Dressed Rock Sole from Mexico
Frozen rock sole that has been gutted and gilled but retains head and tail, a common form for wholesale seafood markets. Under HTS 0303.39.0120 for frozen flatfish other than fillets; remains whole fish, not processed into meal or pellets as per chapter exclusions.
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
• Provide processing certificates showing 'dressed whole' status to distinguish from fillets
• Ensure ATPA or GSP eligibility if from qualifying countries; check for antidumping on flatfish
• Test for contaminants like heavy metals common in bottom-dwelling sole