Live Loxechinus albus Sea Urchin from Germany
Live Chilean red sea urchins (Loxechinus albus), a key export for South American aquaculture, shipped live. Falls under HTS 0308.21.0029 for other live/fresh/chilled specified species.
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
• Secure aquaculture certification to demonstrate farm-raised origin vs wild-caught
• Use expedited air freight for live shipments to minimize mortality and classification risks
• Declare exact weight of live animals excluding transport media like seawater