Cold-Smoked Pacific Herring from Germany
Lightly cold-smoked fillets from Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii), brined and smoked at low temperatures to preserve texture. Classified under HTS 0305.42.0060 as 'other' smoked herrings, excluding offal, and not fitting flours, meals, or pellets per chapter notes. Ideal for gourmet appetizers or smoking platters.
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
• Label with exact smoking process (cold vs hot) and provide lab tests for histamine levels common in smoked fish
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all smoked seafood entries to prevent holds
• Avoid pitfalls by declaring net weight accurately, excluding packaging, and checking for Section 609 restrictions if misidentified as shrimp