Lobster Mac and Cheese with Cod from Germany
Prepared frozen macaroni and cheese incorporating lobster chunks and cod pieces (fish meat), classified in HTS 1605.30.0590 for lobster products containing fish meat as prepared meals. The combination makes it an 'other' preserved aquatic product.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label clearly with lobster and fish meat percentages to prevent reclassification during customs exam
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all seafood meals to expedite border clearance
• Watch for common pitfall of undervaluing based on retail packaging; use transaction value properly