Brined Kaluga Sturgeon Roe

Kaluga hybrid sturgeon roe preserved in brine, under HTS 0305.20.20.00 for sturgeon roe in brine. Known for large golden pearls, it's a sustainable caviar option.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+35.0%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302Lower: 10% vs 42.5%

If imported unfrozen and unbrined

Fresh unprocessed sturgeon roe uses 0302.94 before brining step.

0309Lower: 10% vs 42.5%

If made into pellets with binder

Chapter note defines pellets separately, moving to 0309 if agglomerated.

1902.20.00Lower: 41.4% vs 42.5%

If further processed into stuffed pasta

Roe used in food preparations like ravioli shifts to Chapter 19 prepared foods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify brine salinity to prove it's not a preserved product under 1604

Source from CITES-approved farms to avoid import bans

File FDA prior notice 2-8 hours before arrival for perishable roe