Chilled Atlantic Deep-Sea Scallops from Germany
Chilled Atlantic deep-sea scallops (Placopecten magellanicus from offshore beds) are premium shucked molluscs kept fresh-chilled for high-end restaurants. Classified in HTS 0307.21.00.00 for chilled Pectinidae, not extending to frozen, salted, or brine-packed variants.
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
• Require supplier affidavits confirming 'never frozen' status with processing timestamps
• Comply with Lacey Act declarations for species traceability in Pectinidae imports