Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Fillets from Mexico
Frozen fillets from yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares), skin-on or skinless, packed in bulk for foodservice. Classified under HTS 0304.87.00.00 as frozen fillets of tuna from the genus Thunnus, excluding products like flours or pellets unfit for this heading.
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 via scientific name (Thunnus albacares) with documentation to avoid misclassification as skipjack
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine in scombroid species like tuna
• Provide certificates of origin and catch documentation to qualify for potential trade agreements reducing duties