Live Japanese Sea Cucumber (Stichopus japonicus) from Germany
Live Stichopus japonicus sea cucumbers harvested from the Pacific Ocean, transported in aerated seawater for aquaculture or immediate processing. Classified under HTS 0308.19.0100 as live aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs, specifically sea cucumbers of the Holothuroidea class. Excludes flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption per Chapter notes.
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
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable, as some sea cucumber species face export restrictions from source countries like Japan or China
• Ensure live specimens arrive viable with proper aeration documentation to prevent reclassification as dead/frozen
• Verify species identification via scientific naming to confirm Stichopus japonicus and avoid misclassification