Frozen Swordfish Fillets in Bulk Blocks from Japan
Frozen blocks of swordfish (Xiphias gladius) fillets, packed in bulk without individual wrapping, with each immediate container exceeding 6.8 kg including contents. These are skinless, boneless fillets suitable for further processing into steaks or portions. Classified under HTS 0304.91.10.00 due to being frozen swordfish fillets in large bulk containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with scientific name Xiphias gladius via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents; smaller packs shift to 0304.91.50
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine in scombroid species like swordfish