Dried Beluga Sturgeon Caviar from China
Premium beluga sturgeon roe that has been carefully dried to preserve its delicate flavor and texture, classified under HTS 0305.20.20.00 as sturgeon roe processed by drying. This product is a gourmet delicacy often used in high-end cuisine.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits as sturgeon species like beluga are protected; verify Appendix II listing
• Provide documentation proving drying process and origin to avoid misclassification as fresh roe
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and labeling for allergens and country of origin