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
9903.05.5510%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 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