Fresh Chilled Mackerel Fillets from Germany
Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) fillets, fresh or chilled, skin-on for ethnic markets. Classified HTS 0304.59.00 as other pelagic fish fillets. Not fit for human consumption per 0309 exclusion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Histamine testing mandatory for scombroid species like mackerel
• Declare as 'fillets' not 'loins' to stay in 0304; loins may vary
• Ensure no freezing history to claim fresh/chilled rate