Mussel and Salmon Chowder from Germany
A ready-to-eat prepared meal featuring mussels combined with fish meat like salmon in a creamy chowder base. Classified under HTS 1605.53.05.00 as it contains both mussel and fish meat in a prepared meal format, distinguishing it from pure mussel products.
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
• Verify ingredient list to confirm fish meat content exceeds threshold for 1605.53 classification; provide lab analysis if challenged
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP regulations and include lot traceability documentation
• Avoid misdeclaration as pure mussels (1605.53.20) to prevent reclassification and penalties