Hot-Smoked Scottish Farmed Atlantic Salmon Side from Germany
Whole side of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) hot-smoked for a flaky texture, sourced from Scottish farms. Falls under HTS 0305.49.4045 as 'other' smoked fish, excluding offal and specific varieties like tuna. Commonly used in delicatessens and charcuterie boards.
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
• Provide proof of hot-smoking temperature logs to distinguish from cold-smoked, ensuring correct HTS placement
• Include aquaculture certification for farmed salmon to meet traceability requirements under FDA import alerts
• Watch for moisture content; excessive brine may reclassify as 'in brine' under 0305.51