Fresh Rhopilema Jellyfish from Germany
Fresh Rhopilema spp. jellyfish harvested from the sea, typically used in Asian cuisine for salads and stir-fries. This product falls under HTS 0308.30.00.00 as fresh aquatic invertebrates other than crustaceans and molluscs. It is sold whole or in large pieces without further processing.
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 FDA prior notice and ensure HACCP plans for seafood safety to avoid detention
• Verify species identification as Rhopilema spp. via documentation to prevent misclassification
• Check for section 609 compliance if any shrimp contamination risks during processing