Block Frozen Swordfish
Block frozen swordfish consists of Xiphias gladius packed in large frozen blocks for industrial portioning later. It is a frozen fish product of heading 03.03, not further processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the blocks are further processed into fillets or other fish meat
Fillets and other fish meat of swordfish are classified under heading 03.04, not 03.03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is declared as frozen swordfish under HS code 0303.57.00
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment
• Verify that the fish is fit for human consumption to avoid classification under Chapter 5
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.57.00
Bulk Frozen Swordfish Trimmings
Bulk frozen swordfish trimmings are frozen trimmings and belly flaps from swordfish (Xiphias gladius) processing. They are frozen swordfish of heading 03.03, not fillets or other meat of heading 03.04, and are fit for human consumption.
Frozen Dressed Swordfish
Frozen dressed swordfish are Xiphias gladius with head off, eviscerated, and fins trimmed, then frozen whole. This product remains a whole fish of heading 03.03, not reaching the fillet stage of heading 03.04.
Frozen Headed Swordfish
Frozen headed swordfish have heads removed but bodies intact, frozen whole from Xiphias gladius. It is a frozen fish product of heading 03.03, not processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04.
Frozen Swordfish for Sashimi
Frozen swordfish for sashimi are blocks specifically treated for raw consumption as sashimi-grade Xiphias gladius, blast-frozen to -40°C. They are frozen swordfish of heading 03.03, not fillets or other meat of heading 03.04.
Frozen Swordfish Loins
Frozen swordfish loins are large, skin-on muscle sections from the backbone, IQF or block frozen. They are classified as frozen swordfish of heading 03.03, not as fillets of heading 03.04 because they are not cut into fillet shapes.
Frozen Swordfish Loin Steaks
Frozen swordfish loin steaks are premium steaks cut from the loin section of swordfish (Xiphias gladius), often skin-on or skinless, sold in vacuum-sealed packs. They are frozen swordfish of heading 03.03, not fillets of heading 03.04.