Glazed Frozen Tilapia Fillets from Germany
Frozen tilapia fillets (Oreochromis spp.) with protective ice glaze to prevent freezer burn, common in exports. HTS 0304.61.00.00 includes such standard glazing for frozen fillets of tilapia. Glaze weight must be deducted for duty calculation.
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
• State glaze percentage (e.g
• 10% icing) on entry docs to adjust dutiable weight correctly
• Avoid excessive glaze triggering reclassification as prepared
• Pair with COA for heavy metal testing in farmed tilapia