Frozen Swordfish Fillets from Japan
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.
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 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