Frozen Oysters in Shell
Whole frozen oysters retained in their natural shells, often for premium restaurant use. The tariff item covers frozen oysters whether in shell or not, and as they are not smoked, they fall under 0307.12.90 as 'Other' frozen oysters.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +25.0% | 25% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare as frozen oysters in shell under 0307.12.90, ensuring they are not smoked
• Check if a CFIA import permit is required for in-shell molluscs
• Provide origin and species details for customs
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.12.90
Bulk Frozen Oyster Meat
Bulk frozen oyster meat consisting of shucked adductor muscles, intended for processing into soups or stews. It is a frozen mollusc product of the oyster genus, not smoked, and therefore falls under tariff item 0307.12.90 as 'Other' frozen oysters.
Farmed Blue Point Oysters Frozen Shucked
Shucked frozen Blue Point oysters selectively bred on farms, mimicking wild flavor profiles. As frozen oysters that are not smoked, they are classified under tariff item 0307.12.90 for 'Other' frozen oysters.
Farmed Eastern Oysters Frozen
Frozen American oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Gulf or East Coast farms, flash-frozen shucked or in-shell for market. These are frozen oysters, not smoked, and therefore fall under tariff item 0307.12.90 as 'Other' frozen oysters.
Farmed European Flat Oysters Frozen
Frozen Ostrea edulis from European oyster farms, known as Belon oysters, frozen whole or shucked. As frozen oysters that are not smoked, they are classified under tariff item 0307.12.90 for 'Other' frozen oysters.
Farmed Kumamoto Oysters Frozen Shucked
Shucked and frozen Kumamoto oysters (Crassostrea sikamea) from West Coast farms, prized for creamy texture. These are frozen oysters, not smoked, and therefore fall under tariff item 0307.12.90 as 'Other' frozen oysters.
Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen
Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) farmed in controlled aquaculture environments, typically harvested and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. As frozen oysters that are not smoked, they are classified under tariff item 0307.12.90 for 'Other' frozen oysters.