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U.S. imports of fresh or chilled albacore (longfin) tuna (whole/dressed) (HS 030231) totaled $133K in April 2026, traded with 4 countries.
Importers of Fresh or Chilled Albacore (Longfin) Tuna (Whole/Dressed) paid $13K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 10% on $133K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Fresh or Chilled Albacore (Longfin) Tuna (Whole/Dressed) imports of $133K in April 2026 ran 32% above the year-to-date monthly average of $101K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAlbacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), also known as longfin tuna or 'white tuna,' is the species legally permitted to be labeled 'white meat tuna' in the US, giving it a distinct commercial identity from other tuna species. Fiji is the leading US supplier under this heading, with French Polynesia also a significant source — both Pacific Island nations with access to productive albacore grounds and established export infrastructure. Fresh and chilled albacore is used primarily in high-end sashimi and foodservice applications where the lighter flesh color commands a premium. All fresh tuna imports require FDA Prior Notice filing and Seafood HACCP compliance.
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Under FDA regulations, only albacore tuna may be labeled 'white meat tuna' in the US market. Importers and buyers must ensure species identification is accurate on all documentation; mislabeling other tuna species as white tuna constitutes economic fraud and can trigger FDA enforcement action, product recalls, and import alerts.
While HTS classification and US customs admissibility do not require sustainability certification, major US retail and foodservice buyers increasingly require Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification or equivalent documentation. Importers sourcing from Fiji and French Polynesia should verify whether the specific fishing vessel or fleet holds applicable certifications to meet buyer specifications.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIJI | $126K | -- | -$126K |
| CANADA | -- | $13K | +$13K |
| AUSTRALIA | $4K | -- | -$4K |
| NEW ZEALAND | $3K | -- | -$3K |
| MEXICO | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0302310000 | ALBACORE/LONGFINNED TUNAS, FR/CH, EXC FILLET ETC | $133K | 10.00% | $13K |
ALBACORE/LONGFINNED TUNAS, FR/CH, EXC FILLET ETC
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0302310000 | ALBACORE/LONGFINNED TUNAS, FR/CH, EXC FILLET ETC | $13K |
ALBACORE/LONGFINNED TUNAS, FR/CH, EXC FILLET ETC
2.0K kg
SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030617
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL
HS 030441
CRABS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030614
ATLANTIC SALMON AND DANUBE SALMON FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 030214
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN
HS 030481
FISH FILLETS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030489
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $133K | -- | -$133K |
| Hawaii | -- | $13K | +$13K |
| Washington | -- | -- | -- |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $129K | $13K | -$116K |
| SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, CA | $5K | -- | -$5K |
| NEW YORK, NY | -- | -- | -- |