Fresh Chilled Red Grouper Whole Fish from Germany
Ungutted fresh chilled red grouper (Epinephelus morio), a high-value reef fish, live or simply washed, not filleted. Fits HTS 0302.89.50.61 as chilled grouper, distinct from processed fish meat or offal.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice and fish/seafood HACCP plan; label with country of origin and harvest date
• Use insulated boxes with ice packs for transit; inspect for parasites upon arrival to meet APHIS standards
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'generic reef fish' – specify 'grouper' for accurate 0302.89.50.61 stats