Shrimp and Cod Fish Cake Patties from Germany
Frozen patties made from minced shrimp and cod fish, breaded and pre-formed for frying or baking as a ready meal. This product is under HTS 1605.29.05.00 because it contains both crustacean (shrimp) and fish (cod) meat in a prepared, preserved form.
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
• Submit lab analysis if needed to quantify fish vs. shrimp meat ratios for accurate 1605 classification
• Include aquaculture certification for shrimp to bypass Section 609 restrictions
• Avoid over-breading; excessive non-seafood content risks reclassification as processed food