Fresh Chilled Ray Fillet Portions from Germany
Skinless, boneless portions cut from ray fish fillets (family Rajidae), maintained fresh or chilled. Falls under HTS 0304.48.00.00 as other fresh/chilled fillets of rays and skates, distinct from whole fish or minced meat. Used in high-end seafood markets.
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
• Submit FDA Prior Notice for seafood imports; include lot traceability for recalls
• Avoid common pitfall of improper temperature control leading to frozen reclassification and higher scrutiny
• Provide species-specific documentation to distinguish Rajidae from similar flatfish