Frozen Croaker Fillets Large Container from Mexico
Frozen Atlantic croaker (Micropogonias undulatus) fillets in industrial bulk packs over 6.8 kg, used in surimi production. Fits HTS 0304.99.11 for frozen other fish meat, emphasizing bulk non-retail format.
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
• Include lot traceability docs for species verification, as croaker can be confused with protected drum fish
• Avoid mixing fillet sizes that mimic retail cuts to prevent Customs reclass to smaller pack codes
• Test for heavy metals; croaker from Gulf sources often requires contaminant analysis