Fresh Chilled White Crappie from Germany
White crappie (Pomoxis annularis) is a freshwater panfish from U.S. rivers and reservoirs, often marketed whole and chilled for sport fishing enthusiasts. It is classified in HTS 0302.89.50.25 as other freshwater perch-like fish, fresh or chilled. The 'perch' subheading covers similar percoid species in trade practice.
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
• Use ice slurry packing to maintain chill chain; document temperatures to satisfy CBP and FDA entry requirements
• Verify no antibiotic residues via lab testing, as freshwater farm-raised fish often face scrutiny
• Declare net weight excluding ice/glaze to avoid overvaluation penalties