U.S. imports of Fresh or Chilled Rays and Skates (Rajidae) (HS 030457) totaled $10K in August 2026, imported from 2 countries.
Fresh or Chilled Rays and Skates (Rajidae) imports of $10K in August 2026 ran 70% below the year-to-date monthly average of $34K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataAt the 10-digit level, this line covers the full Rajidae family — rays and skates — in fresh or chilled form, capturing both wing portions and whole dressed product. Elasmobranch meat quality degrades quickly due to urea-to-ammonia conversion, so temperature documentation throughout the cold chain is a standard commercial requirement. FDA prior notice and admissibility review apply at entry, and species-level identification on invoices is important given that certain Rajidae species carry CITES listing status. Importers should verify species identity against current CITES Appendices before shipment to avoid permit complications at the border.
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While HTS classification at this level covers the entire Rajidae family, species-level identification is strongly recommended on commercial invoices and packing lists. Certain species within Rajidae are CITES-listed, and US Fish & Wildlife Service may require documentation at entry. FDA may also request species verification as part of admissibility review.
The temperature state at the time of importation determines classification: product maintained above freezing (fresh or chilled) falls under this heading, while frozen Rajidae is classified under a separate HTS chapter 03 frozen fish heading. Mixed-temperature shipments or product that has partially thawed in transit can create classification disputes, so temperature logs and shipper declarations are important supporting documents.
Subheading 39 of 47 in heading 0304
Subheading 030457 · $10K of $658.8M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304570000 | Rays and Skates, Fresh or Chilled | $10K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Imports
Imports
$10KYoY · free account
Low of 11 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $387K of Fresh or Chilled Rays and Skates (Rajidae).
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
Mexico and Taiwan together supply 100% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.
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