Frozen Cooked Mussels in Brine (Mytilus spp.) from Germany
Mussels (Mytilus spp.) cooked then frozen in light brine for extended shelf life, used in ready meals. Still under HTS 0307.32.00.00 if not considered 'prepared'—focus on frozen state without smoking.
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
• Clarify if 'cooked' means blanched only; full cooking may require 1603 classification
• List brine composition on invoice; heavy preservatives shift to prepared foods
• Maintain -18°C or below throughout supply chain to qualify as frozen