Frozen Holothuria scabra Sea Cucumbers from Germany
Frozen specimens of Holothuria scabra, a prized sea cucumber variety known for its firm texture, frozen whole for culinary use in soups and stews. Falls under HTS 0308.12.00.00 as frozen Holothuroidea sea cucumbers, distinct from crustaceans and molluscs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide fishery certificates to confirm sustainable sourcing, as sea cucumbers face overfishing scrutiny
• Label clearly as 'frozen sea cucumbers' with temperature logs to maintain classification
• Watch for contamination issues that could trigger FDA rejection at ports