Fresh Swordfish Meat Blocks from Japan
Large blocks of minced or solid swordfish meat, freshly chilled for further processing. Covered by HTS 0304.54.00.00 as chilled swordfish whether minced or not.
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
• Declare if minced; still qualifies but requires precise labeling
• Bulk shipments need phytosanitary certificates for parasitic checks
• Monitor for bacterial growth; rapid customs clearance essential