Tapioca Pearl Caviar from Germany
Black tapioca pearls dyed and flavored with fish-free umami extracts to resemble sturgeon caviar, popular in fusion cuisine. Falls under HTS 1604.32.40.00 for other caviar substitutes made from cassava starch derivatives.
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 manufacturing specs showing plant starch base to confirm substitute status
• Comply with starch import quotas if sourced from restricted countries
• Label clearly as vegetable-based to avoid confusion with Chapter 3 fresh aquatic products