Frozen Whole Cobia Fish from Mexico
Whole frozen cobia (Rachycentron canadum) fish, ungutted and unprocessed beyond freezing, typically weighing 5-10 kg per fish. This product falls under HTS 0303.56.00.00 as it is specifically classified as frozen cobia, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304. It is imported for further processing or direct sale in seafood markets.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Rachycentron canadum) via FDA prior notice and ensure proper labeling to avoid misclassification
• Comply with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 if any shrimp contamination is possible, though primarily for shrimp products
• Maintain cold chain documentation showing temperature below -18°C to prevent reclassification as fresh or spoiled goods