Frozen Icelandic Herring Roe for Sushi from Germany
High-grade frozen roe from Icelandic herring fisheries, graded for sushi (kazunoko) use with minimal membrane. HTS 0303.91.4020 covers this as frozen 'other' herring roe, part of edible offal excluding advanced processing. Chapter notes confirm exclusion of pellets.
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
• Japanese market standards require ATPDE (Approved Treatment Program Detail Establishment) docs for pathogens
• Segment count per oz must be documented if graded; customs may inspect for quality misrepresentation
• Avoid bulk packaging over 10kg without secondary venting to prevent thaw/refreeze issues