Escolar Fillets in Soy Sauce from Germany
Oilfish/escolar fillets preserved in soy sauce, whole pieces not minced. Classifies as other fish under HTS 1604.19.82.00.
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
• Mandatory warning labels for escolar due to gempylotoxin causing digestive issues (FDA advisory)
• Document mercury testing results as high-risk species
• Ensure soy sauce not dominating to avoid Chapter 21 sauce classification