Frozen Octopus vulgaris Whole Cleaned from Germany
Frozen whole common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) with beaks removed, eviscerated for hygiene. This 'other' frozen form is under HTS 0307.59.0100, as basic cleaning doesn't change category. Standard for European-style cooking.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cleaning records prevent 'prepared' misclassification; EU catch certificates often required; pitfall: moisture loss affects declared weight