Frozen Cusk Fillets from Germany
Frozen whole fillets of cusk (Brosme brosme), a cold-water fish from the North Atlantic, excluding any meat processed beyond filleting. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.10 as frozen cusk, not fish fillets of heading 0304 which requires specific processing. Ideal for seafood markets and restaurants seeking premium whitefish.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Brosme brosme) via FDA prior notice and import alerts for accurate HTS 0303.89.00.10 classification
• Maintain -18°C or colder throughout supply chain; provide bill of lading and temperature logs to avoid spoilage claims
• Obtain Lacey Act declarations for wild-caught cusk to prevent seizures; common pitfall is incomplete harvest documentation