Farmed Sydney Rock Oysters (Saccostrea glomerata)
Frozen farmed Sydney rock oysters (Saccostrea glomerata), in shell, from Australian aquaculture leases. These frozen molluscs are classified as 'other' oysters under tariff item 0307.19.90.
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
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If oysters are live and fresh
Live oysters are classified under a specific subheading for live, fresh or chilled oysters.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide documentation of aquaculture origin and species identification
• Ensure oysters are accompanied by a health certificate
• Check CFIA requirements for frozen molluscs, including packaging and labelling
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.19.90
Brined Portuguese Oysters
Brined Portuguese oysters (Crassostrea angulata) preserved in a saltwater solution, in shell. They are not smoked, dried, or processed into pellets, so they fall under this tariff item for other oysters.
Chilled Belon Oysters
Chilled Belon oysters (Ostrea edulis variant), a European flat oyster variety, kept at temperatures above freezing and typically in shell. They are live or fresh, not smoked, dried, or processed into pellets, qualifying under this tariff item.
Chilled Eastern Oysters
Chilled Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica), American cupped oysters kept above freezing, typically in shell for wholesale. They are live or fresh, not smoked, dried, or pelleted, so they fall under this tariff item for other oysters.
Chilled European Flat Oysters
Chilled European flat oysters (Ostrea edulis), prized for briny flavor, shipped live or chilled from sustainable European beds. These live or fresh molluscs are classified as 'other' oysters under tariff item 0307.19.90.
Chilled Wellfleet Oysters
Chilled Wellfleet oysters, a premium variety from Cape Cod, kept chilled and in shell. They are live or fresh, not smoked, dried, or processed into pellets, qualifying under this tariff item for other oysters.
Dried Shucked Oysters
Dried shucked oysters, dehydrated to extend shelf life while retaining natural flavor, sourced from sustainable farms. These dried molluscs are classified as 'other' oysters under tariff item 0307.19.90, as they are not pellets.