Frozen Skinned Greenland Cod Processing Blocks from Mexico
Frozen skinned blocks of Greenland cod (Gadus ogac), each over 4.5 kg, skinned and divided for subsequent grinding into uniform fish portions for surimi. HTS 0304.71.10.00 applies to these Gadidae family blocks explicitly imported for mincing or cutting. Primarily from Arctic waters for industrial food processing.
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
• Submit end-user statements from U.S. processors confirming intent for mincing to Customs for binding ruling if needed
• Ensure blocks are solidly frozen with no glazing over 15% by weight per FDA import requirements for seafood
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete species identification; use scientific names (Gadus ogac) on docs to prevent delays