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Fresh Chilled Swordfish Steaks

Premium cuts of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) sliced into thick steaks, fresh or chilled to preserve quality. Classified under HTS 0302.47.0010 as fresh/chilled swordfish steaks, excluding fillets or other fish meat of heading 0304. Ideal for grilling or pan-searing in high-end restaurants.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

0304.81Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If processed into frozen fillets

Frozen swordfish fillets shift to heading 0304 for fish fillets and meat.

0302.99.00Same rate: 37.5%

If including edible offal like cheeks

Products with liver, roe, or other edible offal fall under 0302.91-0302.99.

1604.14.50Higher: 43.5% vs 37.5%

If cooked, smoked, or preserved

Prepared or preserved swordfish moves to Chapter 16 for processed fish.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify swordfish species via scientific documentation to confirm Xiphias gladius classification

• Maintain cold chain with temperature logs under 4°C to meet fresh/chilled import standards

• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Lacey Act declarations for traceability