IQF Frozen Pacific Bluefin Tuna Portions from Mexico
Individually quick frozen (IQF) skin-on portions from Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis), not fully filleted. Under HTS 0303.45.0150 as frozen genus Thunnus excluding 0304 meat; IQF doesn't change heading if not fillets. Used in ready-to-cook retail packs.
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 IQF process to prove portions retain dressed fish characteristics
• Ensure country-of-origin marking on consumer packaging per CBP rules
• Avoid repackaging in US without proper prior notice to FDA