Frozen Hake Fillets in Bulk from Germany
Frozen fillets from hake (Merluccius spp.), a fish of the Merlucciidae family, packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg. These are skinless, boneless fillets suitable for further processing in the food industry. Classified under HTS 0304.95.10.90 as frozen fish meat from Merlucciidae, in immediate containers over 6.8 kg, other than specified exclusions.
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
• Verify fish species identification documents to confirm Merlucciidae family and exclude Alaska Pollock
• Ensure immediate containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents; provide gross weight certificates to avoid reclassification
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and import alerts for histamine controls in frozen fish