Salted Osetra Sturgeon Roe

Osetra sturgeon roe salted in brine to enhance flavor and extend shelf life, fitting HTS 0305.20.20.00 for sturgeon roe in brine or salted. This is a traditional preparation for caviar enjoyed worldwide.

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 not yet salted or brined

Unsalted fresh sturgeon roe is classified under fresh/chilled roes in 0302, prior to salting process.

1604.31.00.00Higher: 50% vs 42.5%

If smoked or further preserved

Smoked roe or those with added preservatives shift to prepared/preserved category 1604.

0305.39Lower: 10% vs 42.5%

If roe from non-sturgeon fish

Only sturgeon roe is specifically under 0305.20; other fish roes use 0305.39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label salt content accurately to distinguish from preserved products under 1604

Include lab tests for histamine levels common in salted fish products

Check section 609 compliance if any shrimp adulteration risks, though unlikely for roe