Frozen Swordfish Steaks from Mexico
Frozen swordfish steaks are thick cross-sections of Xiphias gladius muscle, individually quick frozen for preservation. They fall under HTS 0303.57.00 as frozen whole or processed swordfish excluding fillets and fish meat of heading 0304. Ideal for grilling or broiling in restaurants and retail.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification via scientific name (Xiphias gladius) with DNA testing certificates to confirm HTS 0303.57.00 classification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and Lacey Act declarations; provide catch documentation for traceability
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying trimmed steaks as fillets under 0304, which changes duty rates