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1605.53.60.00/Bulk Preserved Chilean Mussels/Mexico

Bulk Preserved Chilean Mussels from Mexico

Chilean horse mussels (Modiolus modiolus) are boiled and preserved in bulk brine barrels for foodservice use. This industrial 'other' mussel preparation qualifies for HTS 1605.53.60.00, not retail-packaged.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Specify bulk packaging (e.g

• 5kg barrels) on invoices to distinguish from consumer retail packs

• Conduct species DNA testing if challenged, as horse mussels can resemble other bivalves

• Comply with FDA shellfish safety plans for preserved products

Bulk Preserved Chilean Mussels from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1605.53.60.00