Frozen Pelletized Conch for Ceviche from Germany
Agglomerated frozen pellets of queen conch meat, compressed without binders, ideal for quick-thawing in ceviche or poke bowls. HTS 0309.90.50.30 applies to such conch pellets of molluscs, fit for human consumption as defined in 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
• Document pellet formation process (compression only, no binders >small quantity) to match chapter pellet definition
• Test for human consumption standards (pathogen-free, no contaminants) with FDA prior notice filing
• Beware re-export risks if origin docs fail Section 609; use LOA from USDC