Frozen Swordfish Chunks
Frozen irregular chunks or blocks of swordfish derived from trimmings, not formed into fillets, intended for industrial food processing such as fish sticks. These are classified under tariff item 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish in a form other than fillets.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chunks are minced or ground
Minced fish meat is classified under heading 03.04.
If the chunks are unfit for human consumption
Fish unfit for human consumption is classified under Chapter 23.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the chunks are not minced or ground, as that would shift classification to heading 03.04
• Document the industrial processing purpose to avoid misclassification
• Verify the product is fit for human consumption; otherwise, it may fall under Chapter 5
Related Products under Tariff item 0303.57.00
Block Frozen Swordfish
Block frozen swordfish consists of Xiphias gladius packed in large frozen blocks for industrial portioning later. It is classified under tariff item 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish, excluding fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04. This product is used by fish processors for cutting into steaks.
Bulk Frozen Swordfish Trimmings
Frozen trimmings and belly flaps from swordfish (Xiphias gladius) processing, classified as 'other' under tariff item 0303.57.00. This product is used for fishmeal or secondary products, but if fit for human consumption, it may fall under heading 03.09. It is not minced or formed.
Dressed Frozen Swordfish
Dressed frozen swordfish that has been gilled, gutted, headed, and had fins and pancreas removed while keeping the body intact. This product is classified under tariff item 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish (Xiphias gladius), not further processed into fillets or other meat of heading 03.04.
Frozen Dressed Swordfish
Frozen dressed swordfish are Xiphias gladius with head off, eviscerated, and fins trimmed, then frozen whole. This product falls under tariff item 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish, not reaching the fillet stage of heading 03.04. It is a wholesale market standard for further processing.
Frozen Headed Swordfish
Frozen headed swordfish have heads removed but bodies intact, frozen whole from Xiphias gladius. This product is classified under tariff item 0303.57.00 as processed frozen swordfish, excluding fillets. It is a processor favorite for further cutting.
Frozen Swordfish for Canning
Frozen swordfish chunks specifically sized for the canning industry, retaining the natural fish structure and not minced or formed. These fall under tariff item 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish in a form other than fillets, suitable for further processing.