Dried Hake Fillets from Mexico
Merluccius hubbsi hake fillets air-dried without smoking, from Merlucciidae family. HTS 0305.32.00.90 covers 'other' fillets from this group, preserved by drying or salting for extended shelf life.
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 fishing logs or DNA testing for family confirmation (Merlucciidae) to avoid disputes
• Ensure fillets are skinned/boned as needed; bulk packaging common pitfall for retail misclass
• Adhere to USDA/NOAA traceability for sustainable sourcing certifications