Dried Eel Skins

Edible dried skins from freshwater eels, used in snacks or soups, as 'other' fish offal under HTS 0305.79.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0304.89Lower: 10% vs 35%

If frozen eel offal

Frozen state pulls to heading 0304.

4103.30Lower: 14.2% vs 35%

If processed as leather

Inedible tanned fish skins to Chapter 41.

2008.99Lower: 16% vs 35%

If flavored and dehydrated as snack

May classify as prepared 'other' food.

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Import Tips & Compliance

CITES Appendix II permits for most eels; declare origin accurately

Distinguish edible skins from leather (4103 if tanned inedible)

HACCP plans required for dried seafood processing