Oil-Packed King Mackerel in Cans from Mexico
Canned king mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) fillets packed in olive oil, ready for retail consumption. Falls under HTS 1604.15.00.00 as preserved mackerel in pieces, not minced, aligning with Chapter 16 for heat-processed fish products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide commercial invoice detailing net weight, oil type, and mackerel species to match HTS description
• Comply with country-specific mercury advisories and include lot traceability for recalls
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'tuna' which triggers different subheadings and duties