U.S. exports of Ray and Skate (Rajidae) Fillets, Fresh or Chilled (HS 030448) totaled $3K in August 2026, exported to 2 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRajidae fillets — cut from rays and skates — occupy a dedicated HS6 heading reflecting their distinct market identity from other flatfish and groundfish. South Korea and China are the leading suppliers to the US market, with Nicaragua also a notable source. FDA seafood HACCP requirements apply, and importers should note that some Rajidae species are subject to CITES appendix listings or regional fishery management restrictions depending on the country of harvest, making species-level documentation advisable.
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Yes. Several elasmobranch species, including certain rays, are listed under CITES Appendix II, requiring export permits from the country of origin and import documentation confirming the trade is not detrimental to wild populations. Importers should verify the species identity of their Rajidae fillets and check current CITES listings, as a CITES-listed species requires additional permits beyond standard FDA and CBP entry requirements.
Because 'ray' and 'skate' are both Rajidae but may be subject to different fishery management rules or CITES controls depending on species, importers benefit from obtaining a species identification certificate or a processor's declaration stating the scientific name. This is particularly important for shipments from South Korea and China, where multiple Rajidae species may be processed together, and misidentification could create compliance exposure.
Subheading 36 of 47 in heading 0304
Subheading 030448 · $3K of $140.2M
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Low of 4 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $31K of Ray and Skate (Rajidae) Fillets, Fresh or Chilled.
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 4 of 12 months reported, exports 5 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Exports · August 2026
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Canada and Italy together take 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
None recorded for this period.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304480000 | Ray and Skate Fillets, Fresh or Chilled | — | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0304480000 | Ray and Skate Fillets, Fresh or Chilled | $3K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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