Frozen American Shad Whole from Mexico
Whole frozen American shad (Alosa sapidissima), excluding fillets and meat of heading 0304, presented ungutted for preservation. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.13 as frozen shad, a non-edible offal excluded fish in the 'other fish' category. Meets chapter notes by being frozen whole fish, not processed into flour, meal, or pellets.
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 species identification certificates to confirm shad (e.g
• Alosa sapidissima) and avoid misclassification as heading 0304 fillets
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and statistical note on shrimp provisions if blended products; provide blast-freezing documentation
• Declare net weight excluding ice glaze; common pitfall is undervaluing due to seasonal pricing fluctuations