Frozen Pacific Jack Mackerel Blocks from China
IQF blocks of Pacific jack mackerel (Trachurus symmetricus) from the Eastern Pacific, used in fishmeal production or direct thawing. Falls under HTS 0303.55.00.00 for frozen Trachurus spp., not fillets or processed meals per heading exclusions and chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying Trachurus symmetricus and frozen weight at import to match statistical reporting
• Avoid reclassification by confirming no filleting; provide photos or affidavits if CBP questions processing level
• Watch for antidumping duties on certain mackerel origins; check USTR lists and file prior notice via FDA PARS