Frozen Katsuwonus Pelamis Tuna Chunks from Germany
Frozen chunks of skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) fish meat in large industrial bulk packs over 6.8 kg. Precisely classified in HTS 0304.99.11.90 for frozen tuna of the named genus in bulk form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Scientific naming mandatory on manifests; 'skipjack' alone risks CBP reclassification
• Test for heavy metals per FDA guidance; imports often held for residue analysis
• Document immediate container integrity to distinguish from bulk loose shipments