Chilled Thornback Ray Fillets

Freshly harvested and chilled fillets from thornback ray (Raja clavata), a Rajidae species, without skin or bones. Precisely classified in HTS 0304.48.00.00 for fresh or chilled fillets of rays and skates. Popular in European seafood dishes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304Same rate: 35%

If from tuna or specific high-seas species

Heading 0304 has species-specific subheadings; non-Rajidae go elsewhere in 0304.

0307.49.01Same rate: 35%

If not for direct human consumption, e.g., industrial

Fillets unfit for human consumption fall under 0307 for scrap or unfit fish meat.

1902.20.00Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If further processed into pasta or couscous

Products like stuffed pasta with ray filling shift to Chapter 19 prepared foods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure EU export health certificates specify chilling method and no freezing history

Declare exact weight and species to prevent undervaluation penalties

Watch for mislabeling as 'fish fillets n.e.s.' which could trigger different duties

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