Frozen Pacific Oysters from Mexico
Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are harvested from Pacific waters, shucked or in-shell, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They fall under HTS 0307.12.00 as frozen oysters, distinct from fresh or live under 0307.11 or processed flours/pellets in 0309.
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
• Verify country of origin documentation to comply with Section 609 restrictions on certain seafood imports
• Ensure proper cold chain certification and labeling indicating 'frozen oysters' to avoid misclassification as fresh
• Obtain FDA prior notice and shellfish sanitation certificates to prevent customs holds