Fresh Swordfish Fillets

These are skinless, boneless fillets cut from Xiphias gladius swordfish, freshly harvested and chilled to preserve quality. Classified under HTS 0304.54.00.00 as fresh or chilled swordfish fillets, distinct from frozen or processed forms.

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.

0304.74Lower: 10% vs 35%

If frozen

Frozen swordfish fillets shift to heading 0304.74 for frozen fish meat.

0302.84Lower: 10% vs 35%

If skin-on or whole cuts

Fresh or chilled swordfish not in fillet form falls under heading 0302 for whole or processed fish.

1604.14.40.00Same rate: 35%

If cooked or prepared

Prepared or preserved swordfish moves to Chapter 16 for cooked fish products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES documentation if applicable, as swordfish may face quotas or restrictions

Maintain cold chain with temperature logs below 4°C to prove 'fresh or chilled' status

Avoid misclassification as frozen; provide harvest date certificates