Fresh Head-Off Swordfish from Japan
Head-off swordfish trunks (Xiphias gladius), fresh on ice, common for air freight imports. Remains under HTS 0302.47.00 as not filleted or reduced to meat, per exclusion notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document 'head-off' as minimal processing to stay within 0302 whole fish scope
• Weigh pre- and post-head removal for accurate declarations
• Pair with swordbill retention proof to confirm species identity