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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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