Sterlet Caviar from Germany
Sterlet caviar is derived from the rare Sterlet sturgeon (Acipenser ruthenus), producing tiny, golden eggs with a delicate, creamy taste. Salt-cured and packed in luxury tins, it qualifies under HTS 1604.31.00.00 for its status as pure sturgeon caviar.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Partner with certified aquaculture farms to source sustainably farmed Sterlet, easing CITES requirements
• Provide detailed invoices specifying egg size, color, and salinity for accurate CBP valuation