Frozen Dressed Coalfish from Mexico
Frozen dressed coalfish (Pollachius virens), meaning gutted and gilled but otherwise whole, for foodservice. Classified HTS 0303.65.00.00 as frozen non-filleted Gadidae fish, excluding offal categories. Minimal processing preserves whole fish status.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Define 'dressed' precisely in commercial invoice (gilled/gutted only)
• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood safety
• Test for histamine levels post-thaw if delays occur