Smoked Cusk Fillets from Germany
Cold-smoked fillets from cusk (Brosme brosme), a deep-water gadoid fish prized for its firm texture. HTS 0305.49.40.20 covers smoked cusk explicitly as one of the named species in this smoked fish category.
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
• Source from approved fisheries; cusk is less common, so extra species verification is crucial
• Monitor for histamine levels in smoked products per FDA guidelines to avoid detention
• Use ISF filings early due to niche product scrutiny