Frozen Southern Blue Whiting (Micromesistius australis) from Mexico
Frozen whole southern blue whiting (Micromesistius australis) from Patagonian fisheries, supplied in 20kg master cartons. HTS 0303.68.00.00 covers both Micromesistius species as blue whitings within Gadidae, frozen excluding fillets.
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 DNA or morphological analysis reports for species confirmation, especially distinguishing australis from poutassou
• Monitor EU/Norwegian export certs for traceability in US chain of custody requirements
• Budget for potential AD/CVD duties if from certain origins; check ITA scopes quarterly