Frozen Bay Scallops
Frozen bay scallops (Argopecten irradians) are small molluscs from the Pectinidae family, flash-frozen whole or shucked. They fall under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae, other than smoked, and are not flours, meals, or pellets.
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 the bay scallops are smoked.
Smoked products are classified under a different tariff item.
If the scallops are not frozen (e.g., live, fresh, or chilled).
Non-frozen scallops are classified under 0307.29.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the scallops are frozen at the time of importation and not smoked
• Keep records of the species and freezing method for CBSA verification
• Check if the product qualifies for duty-free entry under the CPTPP or other trade agreements
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.22.90
Frozen Atlantic Sea Scallops
Frozen Atlantic sea scallops (Placopecten magellanicus) are harvested from the Atlantic Ocean and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen molluscs of the family Pectinidae, other than smoked, and are not in the form of flours, meals, or pellets.
Frozen Calico Scallops
Frozen calico scallops (Argopecten gibbus) are shucked and frozen molluscs from the Pectinidae family. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae, other than smoked, and are not in pellet or meal form.
Frozen Diver-Caught Scallops
Frozen diver-caught sea scallops are hand-harvested from the Pectinidae family and frozen without dredge damage. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae molluscs, other than smoked, and not as flours or pellets.
Frozen Fan Shell Scallops
Frozen fan shell scallops (Amusium pleuronectes) are Asian-sourced molluscs from the Pectinidae family, frozen in shell or shucked. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae, other than smoked, and not as meals or pellets.
Frozen Patagonian Scallops
Frozen Patagonian scallops (Zygochlamys patagonica) are sourced from South Atlantic fisheries and frozen at sea. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae molluscs, other than smoked, and not in flour or pellet form.
Frozen Queen Scallops
Frozen queen scallops (Aequipecten opercularis) are often sourced from European waters and frozen whole or roe-on. They are classified under tariff item 0307.22.90 as frozen Pectinidae molluscs, other than smoked, and not as flours or meals.