Lobster Sardine Pâté from Germany
Smooth pâté spread blending lobster, sardines, butter, and herbs. HTS 1605.30.05 for products containing fish meat (sardine) and lobster meat; prepared for direct consumption. Jarred for retail.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Glass jar integrity tests to avoid breakage claims
• pH testing for low-acid canning compliance
• Avoid 2103 if spread-like but seafood > herbs