Northern Pike Frozen Fillets from Germany
Frozen fillets from Northern Pike (Esox lucius), skinned and boneless, packed in bulk containers exceeding 6.8 kg. Classified under HTS 0304.99.11.82 as frozen pike fish meat in immediate containers over 6.8 kg, not for retail sale. Meets chapter notes excluding human consumption pellets or flours.
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 species identification with scientific name (Esox lucius) via documentation to confirm pike classification
• Ensure containers weigh over 6.8 kg with contents; provide weight certificates to avoid reclassification to retail packs
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and section 609 if involving shrimp bycatch in harvest