Frozen Herring in Consumer Packs from Germany
Frozen whole herrings (Clupea pallasii) packed in 1kg retail-ready bags for direct sale. Remains HTS 0303.51.00.00 as packaging doesn't alter base classification for frozen whole fish.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Consumer packaging needs bilingual labeling (English/Spanish min.); FDA import refusals common
• Small packs easier customs but watch minimum quantity rules for formal entry
• Avoid 'fillet-style' whole fish photos; invites 0304 reclassification