Fresh Skipjack Tuna for Sushi Grade from Germany
Premium sushi-grade skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), flash-chilled immediately after catch to preserve freshness for raw consumption. It qualifies for HTS 0302.33.00.00 due to being fresh or chilled whole skipjack tuna, not filleted.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure prior FDA approval for raw fish imports and histamine testing results
• Document species via DNA testing if required for premium grades to confirm skipjack
• Avoid over-chilling that mimics frozen state, which could trigger 0303 classification