Frozen Whole Monkfish from Mexico

Frozen whole monkfish (Lophius spp.) caught in the North Atlantic, presented ungutted with head and tail intact. This product falls under HTS 0303.89.00.52 as it is frozen fish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 0304, specifically identified as monkfish. It is not processed into flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify catch documentation to comply with section 609 of Public Law 101-162 regarding shrimp-related provisions if any co-products are involved

Provide FDA prior notice and ensure proper labeling for species (Lophius spp.) to avoid misclassification

Confirm frozen state upon entry to prevent reclassification as fresh fish under heading 0302

Frozen Whole Monkfish from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0303.89.00.52