Whole Smoked Herrings from Germany
Whole herrings that are hot-smoked for preservation and flavor, packaged loosely for retail. Under HTS 1604.12.60 as other whole preserved herrings, not minced or in specific containers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify smoking process meets food safety standards to prevent rejection under adulteration rules
• Declare exact piece count per package for accurate statistical reporting
• Separate from fresh smoked if not fully preserved to avoid Chapter 3 classification