Fresh Paracentrotus lividus Sea Urchin from China
Fresh violet sea urchins (Paracentrotus lividus) from Mediterranean fisheries, chilled for gourmet export. Technically under 'other' live/fresh/chilled in HTS 0308.21.0029 though sometimes statistically separated.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify exact species via DNA or morphological ID to confirm correct statistical suffix
• Adhere to EU export health standards if sourcing from Europe, matching US FDA requirements
• Package in breathable containers to prevent suffocation during long-haul transport