Preserved Eel Portions in Bulk Oil Pails from Germany
Portioned eel preserved in oil, in 15 kg pails for catering services. Classified in HTS 1604.17.60.00 as other prepared eels in oil, immediate containers over 7 kg, pieces not minced. Matches prepared fish definition excluding caviar.
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
• Provide lab tests for contaminants; use ISF filing 24 hrs pre-arrival
• Pitfall: mixing with other fish triggers 1605 mixture heading