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U.S. imports of mackerel, fresh or chilled (HS 030244) totaled $166K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Mackerel, Fresh or Chilled paid $8K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.1% on $155K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Mackerel, Fresh or Chilled imports of $166K in April 2026 ran 36% above the year-to-date monthly average of $121K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataAtlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) and Pacific mackerel (S. japonicus), shipped fresh or chilled in whole or dressed form, are classified under tariff line 0302440000, which excludes fillets, livers, and roes. Japan and Norway are the leading US suppliers, supplying both sashimi-grade and food-service product from North Pacific and North Atlantic fisheries respectively. Mackerel's high oil content accelerates spoilage, so cold-chain compliance and rapid port clearance are operationally significant. Imports from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a factor importers should account for when evaluating sourcing options.
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Fresh mackerel originating from China is subject to Section 301 tariffs, which add to the landed cost relative to product from Japan, Norway, or other non-affected origins. Importers should verify the country of origin carefully, particularly for product transshipped through third countries, to ensure correct duty assessment and avoid potential customs fraud liability.
Heading 030244 covers true mackerel of the genus Scomber (Atlantic mackerel, Pacific mackerel, and chub mackerel). Jack mackerel and horse mackerel — belonging to the genus Trachurus — are separately classified under heading 030245. The distinction is based on genus, not common trade name, so species verification is essential at classification.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0302440000 | MACKEREL, FR/CH, EXCEPT FILLETS, LIVERS AND ROES | $166K | 5.13% | $8K |
MACKEREL, FR/CH, EXCEPT FILLETS, LIVERS AND ROES
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0302440000 | MACKEREL, FR/CH, EXCEPT FILLETS, LIVERS AND ROES | $143K |
MACKEREL, FR/CH, EXCEPT FILLETS, LIVERS AND ROES
80.3K 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $6K | $119K | +$113K |
| California | $122K | -- | -$122K |
| Massachusetts | $37K | -- | -$37K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $114K | -- | -$114K |
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | -- | $103K | +$103K |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $40K | -- | -$40K |