Pacific Mackerel Salted Brine Pack from Mexico
Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus) heads-off, salted, and packed in brine drums for wholesale. Fits HTS 0305.69.30.00 precisely as other non-dried, non-smoked mackerel in brine, per chapter exclusions for flours and pellets.
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
• Include processing logs showing salting date and brine immersion to prove not dried or smoked
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling matches sustainable fishing certifications like MSC for smoother entry