Fresh Chilled Lollypop Sea Cucumber (Holothuria atra) from Mexico
Fresh chilled lollypop sea cucumbers (Holothuria atra) are tropical species imported for niche culinary uses, kept chilled post-harvest. HTS 0308.11.00.00 covers chilled Holothuroidea excluding crustaceans and molluscs. Common in Indo-Pacific fisheries for their resilience.
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
• Ensure chain-of-custody docs from harvest to port for traceability under seafood import laws
• Test for contaminants like heavy metals, as tropical species often require additional FDA clearance