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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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