Fresh Whiting Fillets from Germany
Fresh fillets from Pacific whiting (Merluccius productus), Merlucciidae, valued for surimi production. Delicate texture requires immediate chilling. Precisely matches HTS 0304.44.00 for fresh/chilled fillets of hake family.
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
• Test for freshness indicators (ammonia levels, texture) to support chilled status claims
• Include commercial invoice specifying family (Merlucciidae) and processing state
• Avoid bulk freezing contamination; maintain separate chilled logistics chains