Canned Bigeye Tuna in Spring Water from Germany
Bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) in natural pieces preserved in spring water within hermetically sealed cans, no oil added. Matches HTS 1604.14.30.99 criteria for other tunas not in oil, airtight retail containers.
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
• Test for histamine levels in documentation to preempt FDA detention for scombroid risk
• Use ISF filings early for seafood to avoid delays from advanced manifest requirements
• Confirm 'not in oil' explicitly on commercial invoice to prevent erroneous oil-rate duties