Smoked Bay Scallop Strips from Mexico
Thin strips of bay scallops (Argopecten irradians) smoked for preservation and flavor, vacuum-sealed for retail. Falls under HTS 1605.52.60.00 as other prepared or preserved scallops, matching Chapter 3 species definitions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document smoking process to differentiate from fresh; CBP often examines for under-valuation as raw product
• Comply with USDA/FSIS if labeled ready-to-eat, though primarily FDA seafood jurisdiction
• Avoid retail packaging that mimics Chapter 3 frozen goods to prevent misclassification