Glazed Frozen Turbot Fillets from Mexico
Frozen turbot fillets with minimal ice glaze (5% max) to prevent freezer burn during shipping. Remains under HTS 0304.83.50.30 as frozen flatfish turbot fillets, glaze not altering classification per HTS notes. Standard for long-haul imports.
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 glaze percentage on invoice (allowable <10% typically); weigh net fish content for accurate duties
• FDA detains excessive glaze as mislabeling