Frozen Peeled Louisiana Crawfish Tails from Germany
Peeled tail meat from Louisiana red swamp crawfish (Procambarus clarkii), frozen for year-round use in etouffee or boils. Classified under HTS 1605.40.10.10 as the specific subheading for peeled freshwater crawfish tail meat.
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 proof of US or approved foreign farm origin to avoid Section 609 sea turtle protection restrictions
• Use vacuum-sealed packaging to prevent moisture loss claims during customs inspection
• Monitor USDA APHIS requirements for potential disease certification in crawfish imports