Live Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis Sea Urchin Gonads from Mexico
Live or minimally handled gonads (roe) from the green sea urchin Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis, kept alive in seawater for premium markets. HTS 0308.21.0021 covers live, fresh, or chilled roe specifically from sea urchins like Strongylocentrotus spp. Not applicable to flours or pellets per chapter notes.
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
• Use insulated live transport systems with oxygen supply; provide veterinary health certificates for live aquatic imports
• Declare exact species and confirm not crustacean/mollusc to stay in 0308; misdeclaration risks penalties
• Monitor for bacterial risks; FDA may require vibrio testing for live seafood products