Brined Pacific Cod Loins from Mexico
Boneless loins from Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) soaked in brine, retaining over 50% moisture by weight for optimal freshness in restaurants and markets. Fits HTS 0305.62.0050 as 'other' salted cod in brine, excluding offal or smoked varieties.
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
• Label with exact species and moisture analysis to prevent CBP challenges during examination
• Ensure cold chain integrity in transit; temperature logs required for perishable salted fish
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'pickled' which could trigger food additive reviews