Smoked Sevruga Sturgeon Caviar

Sevruga sturgeon roe lightly smoked after salting, classified in HTS 0305.20.20.00 as smoked sturgeon roe. This adds a unique smoky aroma to the rich, nutty flavor of the roe.

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.

0305Same rate: 42.5%

If sturgeon roe unfit for human consumption

HTS 0305.21 covers low-value sturgeon roe not for human use; premium smoked caviar is edible.

1604.20.50Same rate: 42.5%

If caviar is prepared or packed with additives

True caviar preparations fall under 1604.20; simple smoked roe stays in 0305.

0308.90.01.00Lower: 35% vs 42.5%

If aquatic invertebrates' roe

Heading 0308 is for invertebrate roes/milt; fish sturgeon roe remains in 0305.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document smoking process to confirm it occurred before or during salting, per heading scope

Ensure endangered species permits for sevruga sturgeon origin

Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'prepared caviar' which changes classification