Frozen Whole Swordfish
Entire frozen swordfish (Xiphias gladius) including head, tail, and viscera removed (dressed), but not filleted. HTS 0303.57.00.90 covers this as 'other' frozen swordfish excluding fillets. Primarily imported for large-scale processing into steaks or loins.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported fresh or chilled
Fresh/chilled swordfish uses heading 0302; freezing state determines chapter.
If edible offal like livers or roe
Excludes offal of 0303.91-0303.99; livers classified separately.
If heads/tails removed and portioned as meat
Advanced processing into uniform meat pieces shifts to 0304.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide international catch documentation (eIDCR) for swordfish to comply with ICCAT quotas
• Ensure glazing does not exceed 15% of weight; excess leads to duty adjustments
• Avoid shipping with fillets in same container to prevent commingling classification issues
Related Products under HTS 0303.57.00.90
Frozen Swordfish Steaks
Frozen steaks cut from swordfish (Xiphias gladius), whole fish portioned for food use, excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. Classified under HTS 0303.57.00.90 as other frozen swordfish not specified elsewhere in the subheading. These are typically imported in blocks or individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail or foodservice.
IQF Frozen Swordfish Loins
Individually quick frozen swordfish loins from Xiphias gladius, representing large central cuts from the fish body excluding fillets. Falls under HTS 0303.57.00.90 as 'other' frozen swordfish forms suitable for further processing or direct consumption. Commonly used in sushi-grade applications or grilling.
Frozen Swordfish Chunks
Frozen irregular chunks or blocks of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) from trimmings, not formed into fillets. Classified in HTS 0303.57.00.90 as other frozen swordfish for industrial food processing. Often used in fish sticks or canned products.
Frozen Swordfish Portions for Sushi
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.
Glazed Frozen Swordfish Blocks
Large blocks of frozen swordfish (Xiphias gladius) coated with ice glaze for preservation, classified as 'other' under HTS 0303.57.00.90. Intended for institutional buyers and further portioning. Glaze protects against freezer burn during ocean freight.
Frozen Swordfish Tails
Frozen tail sections of swordfish (Xiphias gladius), attached to vertebral column, not filleted. HTS 0303.57.00.90 for these 'other' frozen parts. Specialty item for smoking or grilling.