Escolar Fillets in Soy Sauce from Mexico
Oilfish/escolar fillets preserved in soy sauce, whole pieces not minced. Classifies as other fish under HTS 1604.19.82.00.
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
• Mandatory warning labels for escolar due to gempylotoxin causing digestive issues (FDA advisory)
• Document mercury testing results as high-risk species
• Ensure soy sauce not dominating to avoid Chapter 21 sauce classification