Fresh Chilled Helix Aspersa Snails from Germany
Fresh or chilled garden snails (Helix aspersa), removed from shells or in-shell, destined for culinary markets. Falls under HTS 0307.60.00.00 as non-sea snails in fresh/chilled state, excluding smoked or cooked products.
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
• File FDA Prior Notice for chilled molluscs; provide refrigeration chain documentation to prove product remains fresh
• Watch for common pitfalls like inadequate temperature logs leading to rejection