20-Pound Frozen Alaska Pollock Mince for Surimi Base from Germany
Frozen minced Alaska pollock in 20-pound (9 kg) bulk containers, primary raw material for surimi production. Meets HTS 0304.94.1010 criteria: frozen, minced, Alaska pollock, immediate containers >6.8 kg. Not covered by headings 0305-0308 per chapter notes on flours/pellets.
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
• Provide surimi manufacturer end-use letter to support industrial bulk classification
• Test for moisture/protein content; excessive processing may trigger Chapter 16 prepared fish heading
• Avoid generic 'pollock' labeling—specify Alaska pollock (Theragra chalcogramma) for accurate HTS match