Fresh or Chilled Indian Mackerels, Marlins, Sailfish, Spearfish & Related Species

Because heading 030249 covers a wide range of species under one tariff line, commercial invoices should include the scientific species name to support correct classification and facilitate FDA admissibility review. Some species in this grouping — such as marlins and sailfish — may also be subject to international fisheries management documentation requirements. Consult a licensed customs broker if species identity or classification is uncertain.

For HTS classification purposes, marlins, sailfish, and spearfish fall under the same tariff line (0302490000) as Indian mackerels and related species when fresh or chilled. However, billfish such as marlins and sailfish may be subject to separate NOAA import documentation requirements related to international fisheries conservation agreements, which are independent of the tariff classification.