Frozen Swordfish Portions for Sushi from Canada
Precisely cut frozen portions of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) intended for raw consumption after thawing, excluding true fillets. HTS 0303.57.00.90 applies to these specialty 'other' frozen forms. Popular in Japanese cuisine as 'kinmedai' alternative.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide parasite destruction evidence (frozen to -20°C for 7 days); required for raw consumption
• Use tamper-evident packaging for sushi-grade to pass visual inspection
• Label 'previously frozen' accurately to avoid fresh classification