Wet Salted Cod Whole Fish from Mexico
Ungutted whole Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) treated with wet salting or brine, moisture content by weight ≤43%, not dried or smoked. Under HTS 0305.62.0080 as other salted cod forms suitable for ethnic markets. Preserves freshness for traditional desalting and cooking.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document whole fish handling to distinguish from fillets; include photos or specs in entry
• Monitor for moisture migration in shipping; use ventilated containers to stay under 43% threshold
• Adhere to Lacey Act declarations for species and harvest origin to prevent seizures