Frozen Dressed Swordfish from Japan
Frozen dressed swordfish are Xiphias gladius with head off, eviscerated, and fins trimmed, then frozen whole. Classified HTS 0303.57.00 as not reaching fillet stage. Wholesale market standard.
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
• Photos or diagrams in commercial invoice showing 'dressed' state prevent disputes
• Comply with EU/US catch certificate requirements for illegal fishing prevention