Salted Dried Pacific Cod from Germany
Whole or split Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) lightly salted and sun-dried, a traditional preservation method extending shelf life. Fits HTS 0305.51.00.00 for salted but not smoked cod, excluding offal or pellets.
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 salt content and drying method clearly; high salt may trigger food safety reviews
• Obtain FDA prior notice for dried fish entries to prevent holds at port
• Avoid bulk packaging that could be mistaken for fish meal unfit for human consumption