Frozen Queen Scallops in Brine from Germany
Queen scallops (Aequipecten opercularis) preserved by freezing in a brine solution, packed in bulk for foodservice use. This product falls under HTS 1605.52.60.00 as 'other' prepared or preserved scallops, excluding queen scallops specifically in subheadings like 1605.52.40. It meets the subheading note linking to Chapter 3 species.
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
• Verify species identification per Chapter 3 common names to confirm queen scallop classification and avoid reclassification to tuna-related notes
• Provide commercial invoice detailing preservation method (e.g
• brine) and packing to distinguish from frozen unfrozen Chapter 3 entries
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP requirements; common pitfall is inadequate lot traceability for recall purposes