Smoked European Eel Pouch-Tin from Germany
European eel (Anguilla anguilla) smoked and packed in small airtight tins. Meets HTS 1604.17.10.00 for whole or piece eels preserved in airtight containers.
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
• CITES permit required for EU-sourced European eels due to endangered status
• Batch test for histamine levels per FDA seafood safety rules
• Use correct species nomenclature on entry docs to prevent holds