Bulk Preserved Chilean Mussels from Germany
Chilean horse mussels (Modiolus modiolus) are boiled and preserved in bulk brine barrels for foodservice use. This industrial 'other' mussel preparation qualifies for HTS 1605.53.60.00, not retail-packaged.
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
• Specify bulk packaging (e.g
• 5kg barrels) on invoices to distinguish from consumer retail packs
• Conduct species DNA testing if challenged, as horse mussels can resemble other bivalves
• Comply with FDA shellfish safety plans for preserved products