Block Frozen Bigeye Tuna for Canning from Mexico
Large blocks of frozen bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) meat, trimmed but unfilleted, supplied to canneries for tuna processing. HTS 0303.44.00.00 applies to this frozen whole tuna form prior to further manufacture.
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
• Document block weights and trim levels for duty drawback on canning waste; ensure no additives violating frozen fish purity; pitfall: contamination tests delay if mercury levels flagged