Salted Herring Roe from Germany
Herring roe preserved by salting to extend shelf life while maintaining its briny taste, popular in Scandinavian cuisine and as a sushi ingredient. Classified under HTS 0305.20.4040 for 'other' herring roe that is salted, fitting chapter notes for non-pelletized fish roes.
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
• Label salt content accurately and test for compliance with FDA salinity standards for preserved fish products
• Include lab analysis confirming no binders or agglomeration to prevent misclassification as pellets
• Ensure packaging prevents leakage, as excessive brine could trigger re-inspection for brined subheadings