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 fall under HTS 0307.19.0180 as 'other' oysters that are frozen, distinct from fit-for-human-consumption flours, meals, or pellets in heading 0309.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP compliance for shellfish safety to avoid detention
• Provide certificates of origin and harvest details; verify not processed into flours/meals for 0309