Frozen Whole Capelin from Mexico
Whole capelin fish (Mallotus villosus) frozen in their entirety, including heads, tails, and entrails, suitable for human consumption. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.58 as frozen capelin, a specific type of other fish excluding fillets and offal. This covers the intact frozen fish as caught.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Mallotus villosus) via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling requirements for frozen fish; include country of origin and harvest details
• Check for section 609 restrictions if sourced from regions with sea turtle bycatch issues, even though primarily for shrimp