Canned Octopus with Salmon Salad from Germany
Canned salad featuring octopus chunks mixed with salmon meat, mayonnaise, and vegetables for instant consumption. Falls under HTS 1605.55.05.00 because it's an octopus-based prepared meal explicitly containing fish meat from salmon. The product is preserved and ready-to-serve, aligning with chapter definitions.
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 FDA prior notice for all seafood imports and ensure HACCP plans cover canning processes to prevent holds
• Label with country of origin and fish species to satisfy US note requirements for tuna-related products if applicable
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient vacuum sealing documentation, which can trigger re-inspection