Frozen Carp Fillets from Germany

Frozen fillets from common carp (Cyprinus carpio), a freshwater fish native to Europe and Asia, often imported from Eastern Europe. Skinless and boneless, these are frozen whole for foodservice use. Fits HTS 0304.89.50.30 as other frozen freshwater fish fillets.

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

Use commercial invoices specifying 'fillets' and weight net of glaze/ice to prevent undervaluation disputes

Obtain FDA prior notice for seafood imports and ensure cold chain integrity with temperature logs

Watch for misclassification as 'minced' if trim losses exceed tolerances; document filleting process