Frozen Headed Swordfish from Japan
Frozen headed swordfish have heads removed but bodies intact, frozen whole from Xiphias gladius. HTS 0303.57.00 classification for processed frozen swordfish. Processor favorite.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Invoice must state 'H&G' (headed & gutted) explicitly
• Head bill (sword) import may require separate wildlife permit
• Size grading improves customs processing speed