Frozen Nassau Grouper from Mexico
Whole frozen Nassau grouper (Epinephelus striatus), Caribbean species, excluding fillets. HTS 0303.89.00.70 covers this as frozen grouper not offal. Often regulated due to overfishing concerns.
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
• Secure advance CITES documentation for Appendix II listed Nassau grouper
• Declare weight accurately excluding ice glaze to prevent duty overpayment
• Partner with certified cold storage for uninterrupted frozen chain