Chilled Steelhead Trout Fillet Alternative from Mexico
Steelhead (Oncorhynchus mykiss), anadromous rainbow trout fillets chilled, sometimes classified under other Salmonidae in 0304.52.0090 if not distinctly trout-headed. Treated as salmon-like in some trade contexts. Fits 'other' for non-specific Salmonidae meat.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm with CBP ruling if steelhead qualifies as 'other' vs trout-specific codes
• Provide genetic or farm certification to distinguish from standard trout
• Monitor temperature thresholds to prevent frozen misclassification