Wet-Salted Alaskan Cod Blocks from Mexico
Blocks of Alaskan Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) heavily salted in brine baths, achieving over 50% moisture for extended shelf life without drying. Classified precisely under HTS 0305.62.0050 for high-moisture salted cod excluding 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
• Use NAICS-aligned invoices specifying 'wet-salted' to match statistical suffix .50
• Comply with USDC fishing regs if from US waters; include permit numbers