Chilled Whole Mediterranean Gilthead Seabass (Dicentrarchus spp.) from Germany
Chilled whole gilthead seabass from Dicentrarchus spp., a farmed variety with firm white flesh prized in European markets. HTS 0302.84.5000 applies to this 'other' seabass as fresh/chilled whole fish, excluding any filleting or meat separation per heading 0304 exclusion. Typically packed in ice slurry for transport.
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
• Maintain cold chain integrity with calibrated temperature recorders to prove 'chilled' status (not frozen); provide aquaculture certification if from pond-raised sources to address antibiotic residue concerns; avoid over-icing which can lead to water content disputes and duty adjustments