Frozen Whiting Fillets from Mexico
Frozen fillets of Pacific whiting (Merluccius productus), Merlucciidae family, often used in surimi production. Classified under HTS 0304.95.90.00 for other frozen gadiform fish meat.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for histamine levels in frozen fish meat to meet FDA safety standards
• Specify block-frozen vs IQF in docs to aid customs valuation
• Beware of re-export rules if transshipped through quota-restricted countries