Fresh Yellow Perch Fillets from Mexico
Skinless, boneless fillets from yellow perch (Perca flavescens), fresh and chilled, sourced from freshwater lakes like those in the Great Lakes region. Classified under HTS 0304.59.00.03 as fresh or chilled fillets of freshwater perch, specifically yellow perch, not minced or processed further.
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 (Perca flavescens) via documentation to confirm HTS 0304.59.00.03 classification
• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C for fresh/chilled status; improper chilling risks reclassification as frozen (0304.69)
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure no Section 609 restrictions apply, though primarily for shrimp