Frozen Whole Capelin from Germany
Whole capelin fish (Mallotus villosus) frozen in their entirety, including heads, tails, and entrails, suitable for human consumption. Classified under HTS 0303.89.00.58 as frozen capelin, a specific type of other fish excluding fillets and offal. This covers the intact frozen fish as caught.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Mallotus villosus) via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling requirements for frozen fish; include country of origin and harvest details
• Check for section 609 restrictions if sourced from regions with sea turtle bycatch issues, even though primarily for shrimp