Jarred Preserved Starfish

Edible starfish arms (Asteroidea class) are cooked and preserved in jars with spices for novelty cuisine. This niche product is under HTS 1605.69.00.00 as other prepared echinoderms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0511.99Lower: 11.1% vs 35%

If for non-food or ornamental use

Starfish not prepared for human consumption shift to animal products not elsewhere specified.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide edibility proof and toxin screening, as many starfish are non-food species

Use detailed invoices specifying 'food-grade prepared starfish' to avoid aquarium misclassification

Ensure no live tissue to prevent Chapter 3 live goods duties