0307.12.00.60/Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen/Germany

Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen from Germany

Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) farmed in controlled aquaculture environments, typically harvested and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.12.00.60 as frozen farmed oysters, fitting the molluscs chapter for processed shellfish products.

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%

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Import Tips

• Obtain farm origin certification to verify 'farmed' status and comply with HTS 0307.12.00.60; misclassification as wild can lead to penalties

• Ensure proper cold chain documentation and FDA prior notice for frozen seafood to avoid holds at entry

• Watch for contaminants like heavy metals; provide lab test results as common CBP request for molluscs