Smoked Silver Hake from Mexico
Hot-smoked portions of silver hake (Merluccius bilinearis), Urophycis spp., a whiting popular in New England fisheries. Fits HTS 0305.49.40.20 for smoked hake of the specified genus, other than offal.
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
• Confirm Urophycis genus via DNA testing if challenged, as hake species vary
• Package in consumer-ready portions to avoid bulk fish reclassification
• Beware antidumping duties if from certain origins; check Commerce scope rulings