Frozen Patagonian Toothfish Whole from Mexico
Whole frozen Patagonian toothfish (Dissostichus eleginoides), a large predatory fish harvested from sub-Antarctic waters, imported ungutted and unprocessed except for freezing. Classified under HTS 0303.83.00.00 as frozen toothfish excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304.
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
• Verify catch origin and obtain CITES Appendix II permits as toothfish are regulated for overfishing prevention
• Provide health certificates confirming freezing to -18°C or below to meet FDA seafood import standards
• Avoid misclassification as fillets by ensuring product remains whole or in large pieces, not portioned meat