Frozen Ocean Perch Fillets from Mexico
Frozen fillets of ocean perch (Sebastes marinus), skin-on, block-frozen for industrial use. Under HTS 0304.99.91.92 as other frozen non-minced fish fillets. Excluded from headings 0305-0308 per chapter notes on pellets.
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
• Document glazing percentage (ice coverage) accurately on invoices
• Use CBP's CROSS rulings for borderline skin-on fillet classifications
• Avoid declaring as 'portions' if full fillets to prevent duty shifts