Fresh Kaluga Sturgeon Caviar

Large-grained fresh caviar from Kaluga sturgeon (Huso dauricus), a hybrid species valued in Asian markets. HTS 0302.91.20.00 covers this as chilled/fresh sturgeon roe within the livers, roes, and milt category of Chapter 3.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China15%+35.0%50%
🇲🇽Mexico15%+10.0%25%
🇨🇦Canada15%+10.0%25%
🇩🇪Germany15%+10.0%25%
🇯🇵Japan15%+10.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0303.99.00.00Lower: 35% vs 50%

If frozen sturgeon milt instead of roe

Frozen fish milt or other offal uses broader 0303.99, separate from roe-specific subheading.

1604Lower: 10% vs 50%

If prepared with vinegar or oil

Any preservation treatment moves caviar to Chapter 16 as other prepared fish caviar.

2309.90.44Lower: 25% vs 50%

If processed into animal feed pellets

Pellets not fit for humans per chapter notes classify as animal feed in Chapter 23.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm aquaculture certification for Kaluga to expedite CITES reviews at port

Provide harvest date and chilling timeline to distinguish from preserved products

Avoid bulk packaging that could imply industrial use, risking shift to parts classification