Dried Shark Fins from Germany
Dried shark fins are edible fish offal obtained from shark species, preserved by drying without salting or brining. They fall under HTS 0305.79.00.00 as 'other' edible fish offal, distinct from whole fish or fillets in headings 0302-0304.
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
• Verify CITES permits if from endangered shark species; non-compliance leads to seizure
• Label as 'edible fish offal' with species identification to avoid misclassification as whole fish
• Obtain FDA prior notice for seafood imports to prevent delays at customs