Frozen Shrimp Pellets from Germany
Agglomerated pellets made from compressed frozen shrimp, fit for human consumption as fish bait alternative, soup bases, or protein snacks. HTS 0309.90.10 covers these as frozen pellets of crustaceans per chapter definition, agglomerated by compression.
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
• Document pellet production method (compression or binder) to confirm fit within chapter pellet definition
• Obtain APHIS or FDA approval if marketed for aquaculture human-grade use
• Watch for misdeclaration as pet food, which could trigger lower duties but regulatory violations