Canned Yellowfin Tuna in Brine from Germany
Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) steaks or chunks preserved in brine within airtight cans, not minced and excluding oil-based packing. Classified under HTS 1604.14.30.99 for other tunas and skipjack in airtight containers not in oil, outside bulk immediate 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
• Submit FDA import alerts compliance for seafood safety and mercury labeling requirements
• Document net drained weight accurately to distinguish from minced or bulk tuna products
• Avoid misdeclaration of packing medium to prevent duty reassessment from oil-included rates