Frozen Hammerhead Shark Fins from Mexico
Frozen edible fins from scalloped hammerhead sharks (Sphyrna lewini), subject to trade scrutiny. HTS 0303.92.00.00 designates frozen shark fins as edible offal. Excludes human-consumption pellets per notes.
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
• CITES Appendix II requires non-detriment findings; source from quota-approved fisheries
• Species-specific DNA testing docs mitigate mislabeling risks at entry
• Insure shipments against spoilage, as frozen fins have short shelf life post-thaw