IQF Chilled Dissostichus Fillet Portions from Mexico

Individually quick frozen then thawed chilled portions of Dissostichus eleginoides fillets for retail sale. Still qualifies as chilled under HTS 0304.55.00.00 if not fully frozen at entry, per the 'fresh or chilled' hierarchy for toothfish species. Ensures minimal handling and premium quality.

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

Provide temperature verification from supplier to prove 'chilled' status (0-4°C) versus frozen (below -18°C)

Ensure traceability chain from catch to port with blockchain or VMS data for high-risk species like toothfish

Budget for potential NOAA inspections on sustainability certifications to avoid delays

IQF Chilled Dissostichus Fillet Portions from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0304.55.00.00