Fresh Chilled Milk Conch (Strombus costatus) from Germany
Fresh chilled milk conch (Strombus costatus) from the Western Atlantic, packed on ice immediately after harvest to preserve freshness for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0307.82.00.00 as chilled stromboid conchs, distinct from frozen or dried products.
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
• Maintain chain of cold under 4°C with calibrated thermometers; provide temperature logs for CBP inspection
• Label with scientific name (Strombus costatus) and harvest date to confirm fresh/chilled status
• Beware of over-icing leading to brine-like conditions, potentially misclassified under salted/brined headings