Canned Giant Pacific Octopus in Brine from Germany
Canned Giant Pacific Octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) packed in brine, ready for consumption as a seafood delicacy. This product falls under HTS 1605.55.60.00 as prepared or preserved octopus, not in airtight containers or otherwise specified forms. It is processed by cooking, cleaning, and canning the mollusc.
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 species identification and provide certificates of origin to comply with Section 609 prohibitions on certain shrimp-related products if applicable; label accurately with country of origin and net weight
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as fresh frozen octopus under Chapter 3