Frozen Egg Yolk with Salt from Germany
Frozen egg yolks preserved with minimal salt addition (<2%) for stability in commercial baking. Still classifies HTS 0408.19.00.00 as other preserved yolks; salt not considered sweetening matter. Common preservation technique.
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
• Specify salt content percentage on commercial invoice (<2% typically stays in 0408)
• Sodium analysis certificate prevents butter classification confusion
• Shelf life testing documentation recommended