Block-Frozen Alaska Pollock Re-Chilled from Germany
Alaska pollock initially block-frozen but thawed and re-chilled for import as fresh under strict controls, classified 'Other' HTS 0302.55.5000 if proven fresh-like. Gadidae family fish for premium markets.
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
• Lab tests proving no freeze damage and bacterial counts for fresh equivalence
• Detailed thawing protocol in shipping manifests
• Risk of reclassification to frozen if temp logs show below 0°C history