Bulk Frozen Tilapia Fillets for Processing from Mexico
Large bulk packs of frozen tilapia fillets (Oreochromis spp.) destined for further U.S. processing into value-added products. Falls under HTS 0304.61.00.00 for species-specific frozen fillets, not end-prepared goods. Master cartons for industrial use.
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
• Declare end-use as 'further processing' for potential duty drawbacks under FTZ programs
• Ensure block-frozen vs IQF noted to match invoice descriptions
• Comply with Lacey Act for species declaration even on fillets