Smoked Oysters in Brine from Germany
Oysters smoked and packed in brine, ready for consumption or further processing. Falls under HTS 0307.99.0300 as other smoked molluscs, whether cooked during smoking, not covered by specific headings like mussels or clams.
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
• Provide smoking process certificates to distinguish from fresh (0307.69) and comply with USDA/NOAA smoked seafood inspection requirements
• Label net weight and brine composition accurately; common pitfall is undervaluation leading to audits
• Monitor for heavy metal contaminants in oysters, requiring FDA prior notice for imports