Fresh Chilled Silver Hake Fillets from Mexico
Fresh chilled, skin-on fillets from silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis), Merlucciidae family, packed in ice for sushi or gourmet markets. Falls under 0304.44.0090 for other fresh/chilled fillets of specified deep-sea cod-like families.
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
• Provide scientific name and family confirmation on commercial invoice to avoid reclassification
• Use insulated packaging with gel packs to preserve chilled status during transit
• Watch for common pitfall of partial freezing leading to duty disputes; test core temperature