Pacific Swordfish Center-Cut Steaks
Center-cut steaks from Pacific swordfish (Xiphias gladius), fresh or chilled for optimal flavor. Precisely matches HTS 0302.47.0010 as chilled swordfish steaks, not filleted or processed further.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| đ¨đłChina | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| đ˛đ˝Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đ¨đŚCanada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đŠđŞGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| đŻđľJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen steaks
Frozen swordfish steaks classify under 0303 for frozen whole fish forms.
If made into flours or pellets fit for human consumption
Per chapter notes, flours/meals/pellets for human use go to 0309, not 0305-0308.
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Import Tips & Compliance
⢠Use NAICS codes for seafood wholesalers on CBP forms for accurate valuation
⢠Test for mercury levels as swordfish often exceeds limits; include lab reports
⢠Avoid portioning below steak thickness to prevent reclassification as fillets
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Uniform, chilled swordfish steaks sized for restaurant service (12-16 oz). Under HTS 0302.47.0010 for professional trade packs.
Export-Grade Chilled Swordfish Steaks
High-grade chilled swordfish steaks meeting international export standards. HTS 0302.47.0010 for trade in fresh/chilled form.
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Organic Farmed Swordfish Steaks
Chilled steaks from certified organic farmed swordfish (rare but emerging). HTS 0302.47.0010 for all fresh/chilled swordfish steaks regardless of origin.
Hawaii-Caught Ahi-Style Swordfish Steaks
Steaks mimicking ahi cuts but from Hawaiian swordfish, fresh chilled. HTS 0302.47.0010 strictly for swordfish steaks.
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.