Frozen Whole Queen Conch in Shell (Strombus gigas) from Germany
Whole queen conch (Strombus gigas) frozen with shell intact for ethnic markets or shellcraft. HTS 0307.88.00.00 includes frozen stromboid conchs whether in shell or not.
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
• Declare net meat weight separately from shell to avoid duty overpayment on non-edible parts
• Clean shells thoroughly pre-freezing to pass USDA/APHIS quarantine inspections