Frozen Dogfish Whole (Squalus acanthias) from Germany
Whole frozen dogfish from the Squalus species, typically caught in cold Atlantic waters, supplied ungutted with head and fins intact. Classified under HTS 0303.81.00.11 as frozen dogfish (Squalus spp.), excluding fillets or meat of heading 0304. Ideal for further processing into steaks or fillets.
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 verify species via DNA testing to confirm Squalus spp.; ensure chain-of-custody docs for sustainability certifications like MSC
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as generic shark leads to reclassification