0303.89.00.01/Frozen Delta Smelt/Germany

Frozen Delta Smelt from Germany

Frozen Hypomesus transpacificus delta smelts from San Francisco Bay estuary, preserved frozen whole. Falls under HTS 0303.89.00.01 for frozen sea smelts, a protected marine species.

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%

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Import Tips

• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for protected delta smelt stocks before import

• Ensure traceability documentation from sustainable fisheries to meet MSC or similar certifications

• Avoid bulking with freshwater smelts to prevent reclassification challenges