Chilled Shortfin Mako Shark Fillets
Chilled fillets of shortfin mako shark (Isurus oxyrinchus), valued for their lean meat in high-end seafood markets. These are fresh or chilled fillets, not minced, and are classified under tariff item 0304.47.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
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 fillets are from a non-shark fish species
Fresh or chilled fillets of other fish are classified here.
If the fillets are frozen
Frozen fillets of other fish, including sharks, fall under this item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the mako shark fillets are fresh or chilled at the time of import; frozen products require a different classification
• Obtain any necessary fisheries or CITES permits, as shortfin mako is listed under CITES Appendix II
• Keep detailed records of the species and origin to support the tariff classification
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.47.00
Chilled Blue Shark Fillets
Chilled skinless fillets from blue sharks (Prionace glauca), prized for their mild flavor in sushi and steaks. These fillets are fresh or chilled, not minced, and fit squarely under tariff item 0304.47.00 as dogfish and other shark fillets.
Chilled Thresher Shark Fillets
Chilled fillets from thresher sharks (Alopias spp.), noted for long tails but valued for meat quality. These fresh or chilled fillets are not minced and are classified under tariff item 0304.47.00 as dogfish and other shark fillets.
Fresh Blacktip Shark Fillets
Fresh boneless fillets from blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus), popular in Southern US cuisine. These fresh or chilled fillets are not minced and fall under tariff item 0304.47.00 for dogfish and other sharks.
Fresh Porbeagle Shark Fillets
High-quality fresh fillets from porbeagle sharks (Lamna nasus), known for firm texture ideal for grilling. These fresh or chilled fillets are not minced and are classified under tariff item 0304.47.00 as dogfish and other shark fillets.
Fresh Spiny Dogfish Fillets
Fresh fillets from spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias), a common shark species caught in Atlantic waters, are skinned and deboned for immediate use. They fall under tariff item 0304.47.00 as fresh or chilled dogfish fillets, not minced.