Crown Prince Kipper Snacks from Germany
Crown Prince Kipper Snacks consist of boneless, skinless smoked herring fillets in cottonseed oil, a popular ready-to-eat product. Classified under HTS 1604.12.60.50 due to their kippered preparation from herring, whole or in pieces.
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
• Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'kipper snacks' and net weight to avoid confusion with general herring products
• Comply with HACCP plans for seafood processing and provide lot traceability for FDA inspections
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain herring sources; confirm origin to calculate correct rates