Turkey Tetrazzini Casserole from Germany
Frozen turkey tetrazzini with shredded turkey, mushrooms, peas, and pasta in sherry cream sauce. Classified HTS 1602.39.0035 for 'other' prepared poultry meals from heading 0105, as a cohesive casserole dish. Poultry integration with binders makes it a meal, not parts.
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
• Validate shelf-life claims with stability testing for frozen imports
• Use tamper-evident packaging and declare as 'refrigerated/frozen' accurately
• Monitor for Listeria alerts specific to ready-to-eat poultry products