Lobster Bisque Base from Germany
Ready-to-use base with lobster extract, tomatoes, and spices for making lobster bisque, under HTS 2104.10.00.40 for seafood soup preparations. Not a homogenized infant food due to container size and adult serving intent.
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
• Use detailed bill of lading specifying 'soup base' to avoid confusion with preserved lobster products
• Comply with seafood HACCP requirements for import registration
• Monitor for spice content that might trigger reclassification if dominant