Iced Skipjack Tuna Loins Whole

'Loins' referring to trunk sections of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) with head/tail removed, but still considered whole fish preparations when not filleted. HTS 0302.33.00.00 applies to fresh/chilled skipjack excluding true fillets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304Lower: 16% vs 35%

If loins are trimmed to fillets

Any filleted portions become heading 0304 fresh/chilled fish meat.

0303.53.00.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen loins

Frozen skipjack fillets or equivalent are 0303.53.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Clarify 'loin' cuts are not boneless fillets with photos/diagrams for customs

• Maintain ice coverage documentation to prove chilled status

• Batch by size/weight for accurate valuation

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