Frozen Hickory Shad Fillets-Exempt Whole from Mexico
Whole frozen hickory shad (Alosa mediocris), migratory anadromous fish, presented intact. HTS 0303.89.00.13 designates frozen shad excluding processed fillets, distinct from pellet forms per chapter notes.
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
• Coastal origin requires NMFS traceability docs; pitfall is confusing with fresh under 0302
• Ensure no roe removal, as sturgeon roe would shift classification
• Bulk packaging declaration prevents retail misclass to 0307