Fresh Nile Perch Skinless Fillets from Mexico
Skinless fillets from Nile perch (Lates niloticus), fresh and ready for cooking or further processing. Classified under HTS 0304.33.00.00 as fresh fillets of Nile perch, a specific freshwater fish species listed in the heading. These are typically sourced from African lakes and exported in chilled form to maintain freshness.
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 Lates niloticus via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts; provide health certificates from origin
• Watch for temperature logs during transit to confirm 'fresh or chilled' status, avoiding reclassification as frozen