Frozen Stingray Fillets

Frozen fillets of stingray (family Dasyatidae), prized in Southeast Asian cuisine for its firm texture. Skinless and boneless portions frozen immediately after filleting. Classified in HTS 0304.88.00.00 for frozen fillets of rays.

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.

0303Lower: 10% vs 35%

If for fresh or chilled fillets

Chapter notes place fresh/chilled ray fillets in 0303, reserving 0304 for frozen.

0305.59.00.01Same rate: 35%

If in airtight containers as fillets

Frozen ray fillets in consumer packaging may shift to 0305 for retail-ready fish.

0304.81Lower: 10% vs 35%

If specifically swordfish (misidentified)

Only true swordfish fillets are 0304.81; rays remain in 0304.88.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with exact species (e.g

Dasyatis spp.) and ensure no spines remain to qualify as 'fillets'

Comply with Section 609 PL 101-162 if misidentified as shrimp product; proper fish ID prevents issues

Use insulated packaging to maintain frozen state below -18°C during transit, avoiding reclassification

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