Chilled Skin-On Haddock Fillets from Germany
Freshly caught haddock fillets with skin intact, chilled on ice for preservation, ideal for sushi-grade applications. Falls under HTS 0304.53.0020 for other fresh or chilled fish meat from Gadidae family, specifically haddock.
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
• Include skin presence in commercial invoice and ensure uniform chilling to comply with US customs valuation
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's PREDICT system for seafood imports to expedite clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'blocks' if portioned, which could trigger statistical breakouts