Frozen Pacific Herring Whole from Mexico
Whole frozen Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) from Alaskan waters, deep-frozen for long-term storage. Classified under HTS 0303.51.00.00 for frozen herrings of this exact species, in whole form without filleting.
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
• Include frozen date and temperature logs in documentation to prove compliance with FDA freezing standards against parasites
• Separate from edible offal; mixtures may require 0303.91 classification, a frequent audit issue
• Use insulated containers to maintain chain of cold during transit, preventing duty-free thawed re-freeze claims