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U.S. imports of frozen toothfish meat, nesoi (non-fillet forms) (HS 030492) totaled $1.1M in May 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Importers of Frozen Toothfish Meat, NESOI (Non-Fillet Forms) paid $1K in duties in May 2026 — an effective duty rate of 0.1% on $1.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: May 2026 dataNon-fillet frozen toothfish meat — marketed as Chilean sea bass in steaks, portions, and bulk industrial packs — is classified here, with the US schedule separating general toothfish meat (0304920000) from bulk-container product exceeding 6.8 kg (0304921000). The CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme applies equally to non-fillet toothfish forms, and the Lacey Act prohibition on illegally harvested fish means that every shipment must be accompanied by validated catch documents regardless of the cut or pack format. The premium pricing of this species makes it a frequent target for species substitution fraud, and DNA-based species verification is increasingly used by US importers and regulators.
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Toothfish commands a significant price premium over visually similar white-fleshed fish, creating a financial incentive for substitution with cheaper species. US importers can mitigate this risk by requiring supplier-provided DNA species verification certificates, conducting independent testing on incoming lots, and ensuring that CCAMLR catch documents specify the correct Dissostichus species and fishing area.
The 6.8 kg threshold affects classification into the correct 10-digit HTS line, which in turn determines the applicable duty rate. Importers should verify the actual net weight per container on the packing list, as misclassification between 0304920000 and 0304921000 can result in duty underpayment or overpayment and potential CBP penalties.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUSTRALIA | $663K | -- | -$663K |
| FALKLAND ISLANDS (ISLAS MALVINAS) | $394K | -- | -$394K |
| CANADA | -- | $32K | +$32K |
| ARGENTINA | $13K | -- | -$13K |
| SPAIN | -- | -- | -- |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0304921000 | TOOTHFISH, FRZN, IN BULK/CONTAINRS GT 6.8KG, | $5K | 9.99% | 100.00% | $541 |
TOOTHFISH, FRZN, IN BULK/CONTAINRS GT 6.8KG,
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 0304920000 | TOOTHFISH (DISSOSTICHUS SPP), MEAT, FROZEN, NESOI | $32K |
TOOTHFISH (DISSOSTICHUS SPP), MEAT, FROZEN, NESOI
2.3K 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | $5K | $32K | +$27K |
| Washington | -- | -- | -- |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFALO-NIAGARA FALLS, NY | -- | $32K | +$32K |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | $5K | -- | -$5K |
| NEWARK, NJ | -- | -- | -- |