Fresh Boned Swordfish Steaks from Mexico
Fresh swordfish steaks are cross-cut fillets from Xiphias gladius loins, deboned and portioned for retail display, kept chilled with ice slurry. These are considered fillets of swordfish, fresh or chilled, and therefore fall under tariff item 0304.45.00, which covers swordfish fillets and other fish meat, fresh or chilled.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure the steaks are properly chilled and packaged to maintain freshness during transport, as CBSA may inspect for temperature compliance
• Provide a commercial invoice with a clear description of the product as fresh swordfish steaks to facilitate customs clearance
• Confirm the product is for human consumption and not considered unfit, which would shift classification to Chapter 5