Dried Fish Swim Bladders from Germany
Dried swim bladders (also known as isinglass) extracted from fish like sturgeon or cod, unfit for human consumption due to processing. Classified under HTS 0511.91.00.90 as other products of fish not elsewhere specified, primarily used in industrial applications like glue making or clarification.
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
• Verify product is unfit for human consumption with lab certification to avoid reclassification under Chapter 3
• Include detailed invoices specifying species and processing to confirm 'other' status under 0511
• Check CITES permits if from endangered fish species like sturgeon