HS 030457

Ray and Skate (Rajidae) Meat, Fresh or Chilled (Excluding Fillets)

U.S. imports of ray and skate (rajidae) meat, fresh or chilled (excluding fillets) (HS 030457) totaled $31K in April 2026, traded with 2 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Non-fillet preparations of rays and skates — including wings, portions, and other cuts from Rajidae species — are classified under a single line (0304570000), distinct from the fillet heading 030448. Taiwan and Mexico are the leading US suppliers of this product form. Rajidae meat in non-fillet form is less commonly traded than fillets and tends to serve specialty foodservice and ethnic retail channels. FDA Prior Notice and seafood HACCP documentation are required at entry, and country-of-origin labeling obligations apply.

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Imports

$31K

from 2 countries · YTD: $157K

Exports: $0

Deficit of $31K (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $31K (net importer)

YTD: $157K imported (April 2026)

4 shipments/month

Top Import Sources

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1TAIWAN$22K
73.0%
2

Import Trend (12 months)

Monthly import values over time

Geographic Breakdown

SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI

HS 030617

$362.4M

PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL

HS 030441

$184.5M

PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN

HS 030481

$128.8M

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the practical trade difference between heading 030448 (Rajidae fillets) and 030457 (Rajidae other meat)?

Heading 030448 covers only fillets — boneless or near-boneless longitudinal slices — of rays and skates, while 030457 captures all other meat preparations, most notably skate wings (which retain cartilage) and other bone-in or portioned cuts. Misclassifying a skate wing as a fillet is a common error; the presence of cartilage or bone structure is the key distinguishing factor.

Are there any species-level restrictions that affect the admissibility of ray and skate meat from Taiwan or Mexico?

Certain elasmobranch species (sharks and rays) are subject to CITES appendix listings, which can restrict trade in specimens or products from those species. Importers should verify whether the specific Rajidae species in the shipment is CITES-listed and, if so, ensure that the required CITES export permit accompanies the documentation. A licensed customs broker or wildlife trade specialist can assist with species-level admissibility review.

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