IQF Frozen Swordfish Loins from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use certified IQF packaging to maintain cold chain; temperature logs are crucial for CBP inspection
• Label with country of catch and harvest date; pitfall is omitting this, leading to holds
• Confirm no added preservatives, as that could reclassify under prepared foods