Chilled Half-Shell Mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) from Germany
Pre-shucked mussels on half-shell, chilled but live with adductor muscle intact. Still qualifies under HTS 0307.31.00 as chilled Mytilus spp., minimally processed.
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
• Confirm mussels remain alive (closed shells responsive to tap); use vacuum-packed trays
• Pitfall: over-chilling kills, shifting to dead/frozen classes