Smoked Loligo Squid Fillets from Germany
Loligo squid fillets smoked over wood for flavor, then vacuum-sealed as a preserved delicacy. This fits HTS 1605.54.60.20 as a prepared or preserved mollusc product of the Loligo species, differentiated from smoked fresh fish.
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
• Obtain smoking process certification to prove preservation method and avoid disputes over 'prepared' status
• Comply with USDA/APHIS if wood smoke introduces potential pests; declare processing details
• Use barcodes traceable to Loligo harvest batches for customs verification and recall readiness