Live Farm-Raised Southern Bluefin Tuna Stock from Germany
Hatchery-raised live Southern Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus maccoyii) for transfer to US or international ranching operations. Classified in HTS 0301.95.00.00 due to live state and precise species identification per chapter notes. Supports sustainable tuna farming initiatives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include farm origin documentation and genetic certification; maintain water quality logs during shipping
• Beware of size-based misclassification as different life stages
• Coordinate with FDA for aquaculture drugs residue testing