Albacore Tuna Flakes in Foil Pouch from Germany
Flake-cut albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga), not minced, in non-oil flexible foil pouches ≤6.8kg gross. HTS 1604.14.22.51 applies to such small-pack albacore excluding U.S. possession products within quota.
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
• Document flake size to prove 'pieces not minced'; fine paste risks reclassification
• Flexible containers must be airtight; test integrity for customs verification
• Annual quota tracking essential; use CBP entry summaries for compliance