Battered Hake Fish Nuggets from Mexico
Small nugget-shaped hake pieces coated in batter and breadcrumbs, frozen for convenience. Classified in HTS 1604.20.50 as 'other' breaded or batter-coated fish sticks and similar products regardless of shape. Commonly used in fast food applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
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
• Label with species name per FDA requirements and ensure IQF (individually quick frozen) status if applicable
• Prepare for CBP inspection on breading adhesion and foreign material; maintain chain-of-custody records
• Differentiate from pellets for fish feed, which use different headings to avoid penalties