IQF Frozen Conch Chunks from Mexico
Individually quick frozen (IQF) chunks of queen conch meat, ideal for portion control in restaurant supply. Falls under HTS 0307.92.0130 as frozen conch, a minimally processed mollusc product. Prevents clumping and eases handling in food service.
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 blast freezing temperature logs to validate IQF status and prevent reclassification
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing for molluscs, specifying conch species to avoid delays
• Avoid common pitfall of insufficient country-of-origin labeling, which can trigger CBP holds