Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen from Mexico
Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) farmed in controlled aquaculture environments, typically harvested and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.12.00.60 as frozen farmed oysters, fitting the molluscs chapter for processed shellfish products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain farm origin certification to verify 'farmed' status and comply with HTS 0307.12.00.60; misclassification as wild can lead to penalties
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation and FDA prior notice for frozen seafood to avoid holds at entry
• Watch for contaminants like heavy metals; provide lab test results as common CBP request for molluscs