Chilled Echinus esculentus Roe from Mexico
Chilled roe from the European edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus), popular in UK and French markets. HTS 0308.21.0021 applies to fresh/chilled roe from this exact species, as aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans/molluscs. Unprocessed state distinguishes from chapter 03 exclusions.
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
• EU-sourced roe requires export health certs aligned with U.S
• FDA equivalence agreements
• Document chain of custody from harvest to import to prove 'chilled' status over frozen
• Beware over-freezing during transit, triggering reclassification and higher duties