Frozen Pacific Oysters from Germany
Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are harvested from coastal waters, shucked or in-shell, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They classify under HTS 0307.12.00.80 as frozen oysters, excluding fit-for-human-consumption flours, meals, or pellets per chapter notes.
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 country of origin meets sanitary standards; provide health certificates from FDA-approved suppliers
• Label accurately as 'frozen oysters' without additives to avoid reclassification under processed headings