Scaled Whole Salted Cod from Mexico
Whole cod (Gadus morhua) with scales removed, salted in brine exceeding 50% moisture, neither dried nor smoked. Fits HTS 0305.62.0010 precisely as scale removal is an allowed limited processing for this category. Used in Mediterranean and Scandinavian cuisines.
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
• Document scale removal as the only processing step with affidavits if needed for CBP review
• Use refrigerated containers to preserve moisture during ocean freight
• Declare exact Gadus species to leverage any species-specific quotas or duties