Live Bluefin Tuna from Mexico
Live Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) for pelagic fish migration studies exhibit in public aquarium. Demonstrates trans-Pacific migration patterns and overfishing impacts. Covered as wild fish under 9810.00.70.00.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• Specialized transport tanks with live bait required per NOAA fishery regulations
• Aquarium research proposal must detail migration tracking technology display
• USFWS aquatic nuisance species inspection mandatory for pelagic imports