Fresh Swordfish for Sushi Grade from Japan
Premium sushi-grade swordfish (Xiphias gladius), whole or in large cuts, super-chilled to -1°C to maintain freshness without freezing. HTS 0302.47.00 applies to fresh/chilled form, prior to filleting or processing.
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
• Include sushi-grade certifications and histamine test results for FDA compliance
• Label with blast-chilling method and harvest date to support 'fresh' status under 0302
• Avoid vacuum packaging that could imply preservation, risking reclassification