Dried Sardines from Germany
Whole small sardines sun-dried, sometimes salted, popular in Asian markets, not smoked. Under HTS 0305.59.00.01 as other dried fish, whether salted or not.
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
• Species verification critical; Sardina pilchardus vs others affects quotas
• Check for Section 609 compliance if any shrimp contamination risk in processing
• Declare drying method; bulk vs retail packed affects marking rules