Frozen Swordfish for Sashimi from Japan
Frozen swordfish blocks specifically treated for raw consumption as sashimi-grade Xiphias gladius, blast-frozen to -40°C. HTS 0303.57.00 as frozen swordfish excluding fillets. Exported to Japanese markets.
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
• Provide parasite destruction verification (FDA Fish and Fishery Products Hazards Guide)
• Mercury content testing mandatory for large predatory fish like swordfish
• Avoid retail packaging that implies 'prepared' status triggering Chapter 16