Dried Salted Tilapia Fillets from Mexico
Whole fillets from tilapia (Oreochromis spp.) that have been dried and salted for preservation, commonly used in African and Asian cuisines. This product falls under HTS 0305.52.00.00 as it is dried fish, other than edible offal, whether or not salted but not smoked, specifically listing tilapias. It is fit for human consumption but not processed into flour, meal, or pellets.
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
• Verify species identification through documentation to confirm Oreochromis spp. and avoid misclassification
• Provide certificates of origin and processing details to prove drying/salting occurred post-catch, not smoked
• Check for moisture content limits to distinguish from fresh or frozen under Chapter 03 headings 0302/0304