Brined Pollock for Surimi Production from Mexico
Industrial-grade pollock in brine, destined for surimi mince but imported as salted whole cuts. Fits 0305.69.10.42 as non-dried, non-smoked pollock for further processing, outside pellet agglomeration notes.
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
• Declare intended end-use as surimi to preempt 0309 reclassification; include buyer contracts
• Test for moisture content proving brine preservation over drying
• FDA prior notice required; avoid shrimp contamination per Section 609 note