Whole Smoked Kippers Herring from Germany
Whole kippers-style smoked herring (Clupea harengus), a traditional preparation split but beheaded only, not filleted. Classed under HTS 0305.42.0020 for minimally processed smoked herrings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'kippers' as beheaded whole to avoid fillet confusion
• Comply with EU/US equivalence for smoked fish processing standards
• Test for histamine levels mandatory for smoked seafood imports