Frozen Swordfish Fillets

These are skinless, boneless fillets cut from swordfish (Xiphias gladius), frozen to preserve freshness. They fall under HTS 0304.91.90.00 as other frozen swordfish fillets and fish meat, excluding steaks or specifically enumerated products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.82Lower: 10% vs 41%

If from black skipjack or ahi tuna instead of swordfish

Different fish species like black skipjack fall under separate subheadings within the frozen fillets category.

0303.91Lower: 10% vs 41%

If fresh or chilled rather than frozen

Fresh or chilled swordfish fillets are classified in heading 0303, not the frozen provisions of 0304.

0304.99Lower: 16% vs 41%

If other frozen fish fillets not specifically swordfish

Fillets from fish species not enumerated under swordfish move to the residual 'other fish' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify species identification with scientific name Xiphias gladius via documentation to avoid misclassification

Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and provide certificates of origin for tariff rate quotas

Watch for Section 232 or antidumping duties on certain seafood; declare exact net weight accurately