Fresh Chilled Amur Pike Fillets from Germany
High-quality fillets from invasive Amur pike (Esox lucius baikalensis), chilled fresh for specialty foodservice. Classed in HTS 0304.49.01.03 for pike freshwater fillets, fresh/chilled, not covered by headings 0305-0308 per chapter exclusions.
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
• Declare invasive species status upfront to expedite USDA/APHIS reviews if applicable
• Monitor histamine levels with on-site testing kits; pike's high protein risks scombroid poisoning
• Separate from other fish in containers to prevent cross-contamination claims at inspection