Frozen European Flat Oysters from Germany
Frozen Ostrea edulis (European flats), prized for briny taste, imported frozen for year-round availability. Falls squarely under HTS 0307.12.00 for frozen oysters.
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
• Comply with EU-US shellfish equivalency agreements for direct import
• Provide depuration records proving pathogen-free status
• Use refrigerated containers with precise temperature monitoring