Frozen Swordfish Loins in Large Bulk Bags from Japan
Frozen swordfish loins, trimmed from the backbone, packed in large plastic-lined bulk bags over 6.8 kg per container. These are primarily used by foodservice processors for portioning. HTS 0304.91.10.00 applies as frozen other fish meat specifically swordfish in bulk packaging.
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
• Provide certificate of origin and catch documentation to qualify for potential trade program reductions
• Label with lot codes for traceability per FDA requirements for frozen seafood imports
• Avoid common pitfall of undeclared skin-on loins, which may require trimming verification