Grilled Eel Flakes from Mexico
Grilled eel flakes are thinly shredded eel meat lightly grilled and dried for preservation. Fits HTS 1604.17.80.00 as other non-minced eel pieces. Used as topping for rice bowls or salads.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document grill temperature logs for FDA thermal processing validation
• Avoid moisture content exceeding 20% to stay out of semi-preserved categories
• Label as 'flakes' not 'minced' to prevent shift to higher-duty 1604.17.90