Fresh Swordfish Fillets
Skinless, boneless fillets cut from Xiphias gladius swordfish, freshly harvested and chilled to preserve quality. These fillets are classified under tariff item 0304.54.00 as fresh or chilled swordfish fillets, distinct from frozen products.
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 frozen.
Frozen swordfish fillets are classified under a different tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the fillets are fresh or chilled, not frozen, to qualify for this tariff item
• Label the product with the species name and provide a health certificate
• Maintain a cold chain and consider using a customs broker for smooth CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 0304.54.00
Chilled Atlantic Swordfish Cuts
Premium cuts of fresh or chilled swordfish (Xiphias gladius) sourced from the Atlantic, immediately chilled after harvest to maintain quality. These cuts are fillets or other fish meat, not whole fish, and fall under tariff item 0304.54.00 as fresh or chilled swordfish meat.
Chilled Swordfish Collar Meat
Chilled collar meat from swordfish, a by-product of processing, intended for culinary use. This meat is part of the swordfish carcass and qualifies as 'other fish meat' under tariff item 0304.54.00, as it is fresh or chilled and from Xiphias gladius.
Chilled Swordfish for Ceviche
Fresh or chilled swordfish chunks, firm and cut for ceviche preparation. These are pieces of swordfish meat, not whole fish, and are classified under tariff item 0304.54.00 as fresh or chilled swordfish meat, whether or not minced.
Chilled Swordfish for Grilling
Thick-cut swordfish steaks, chilled for grilling, retaining natural texture without freezing. These steaks are cross-section cuts from swordfish loins and qualify as fresh or chilled swordfish meat under tariff item 0304.54.00.
Chilled Swordfish Portions
Pre-cut consumer portions of swordfish fillet, chilled for sushi-grade use. These portions are fresh or chilled swordfish meat, meeting the criteria of tariff item 0304.54.00 for other fish meat of Xiphias gladius.
Chilled Swordfish Steaks
Cross-section cuts from swordfish loins, chilled on ice for retail display, meeting the 'fresh or chilled' criteria of tariff item 0304.54.00. These steaks retain natural texture without freezing, qualifying as fresh or chilled swordfish meat.