Fresh Swordfish Fillets from China

Fresh swordfish fillets are skinless, boneless cuts from Xiphias gladius, typically sourced from Atlantic or Pacific fisheries and delivered on ice to maintain freshness. They fall under HTS 0304.45.00.00 as fresh or chilled fillets of swordfish, excluding any mincing or processing beyond filleting. This classification applies specifically to this species without skinning or further preparation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify catch documentation and species identification via DNA testing to confirm Xiphias gladius and comply with US FDA seafood import requirements

Maintain strict cold chain with temperatures below 4°C; provide temperature logs to avoid spoilage claims at customs

Check for endangered species restrictions and section 609 compliance if sourced from regions with sea turtle bycatch concerns

Fresh Swordfish Fillets from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0304.45.00.00