Cold Smoked Pacific Herring (Clupea pallasii) from Germany
Pacific herring (Clupea pallasii) lightly smoked at low temperatures to retain moisture and omega-3 oils. Directly classified in HTS 0305.42.00 for smoked herrings of this species.
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
• Include scientific name verification from supplier for customs clearance
• Test for histamine levels common in smoked scombroid-like fish
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'generic smoked fish' to prevent penalties