Smoked Tuna Roe from Mexico
Tuna fish roe smoked for flavor enhancement and preservation, a niche gourmet item. HTS 0305.20.40.65 applies to smoked 'other' roes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document smoking process to differentiate from cooked preparations in 1604
• FDA prior notice mandatory; include lot codes for traceability
• Avoid vacuum-packing that might suggest retail-ready prepared food