Frozen Atlantic Herring Fillets from Mexico
Frozen fillets from Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus), skinless and boneless, packed in bulk for foodservice. Classified under HTS 0304.86.00.00 as frozen fillets of herrings specified in the heading. Excludes minced meat or products unfit for direct human consumption.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure compliance with HACCP and seafood HACCP regulations for frozen fish imports
• Provide certificate of origin and species verification (Clupea harengus) to avoid misclassification; include lab tests if needed
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper temperature logs during transit, which can lead to rejection at port