Wild Planet Wild Albacore Tuna Foil Packet from Germany
Wild-caught albacore tuna preserved in water, not oil, in lightweight foil packets totaling less than 6.8 kg. Classified under HTS 1604.14.30.51 for albacore in flexible airtight containers meeting the size criteria. Ideal for portable, no-drain lunches with whole pieces.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include sustainable fishing certificates (e.g
• MSC) as CBP often scrutinizes tuna provenance
• Document exact contents weight including pouch to confirm <6.8kg; avoid overpacking pitfalls
• Test for histamine levels per FDA guidelines for low-acid canned foods to prevent detention