Fresh Boneless Tilapia Loins from Mexico
Premium loins from Oreochromis aureus, center-cut boneless fillets, fresh and chilled for high-end sushi markets. Precisely trimmed to remove all bones and skin for superior quality. Classified as fresh tilapia fillets under HTS 0304.31.00.00.
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
• Test for antibiotics/veterinary residues per FDA import refusals; attach lab certificates
• Specify 'loin' cuts clearly on commercial invoice to match HTS description; avoid bulk packing pitfalls
• Register facility with FDA seafood HACCP; common issue is temperature excursions during ocean freight