Frozen Manila Clams
Manila clams (Ruditapes philippinarum) from the Veneridae family, frozen whole or shucked, classified under 0307.72.90 as 'other' frozen clams. Commonly imported for steaming or stir-fries in Asian cuisine, these clams are not smoked, dried, or pelletized.
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 clams are live or fresh
Live or fresh clams fall under a different subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the clams are frozen, not fresh or chilled, to qualify for this tariff item
• Ensure they are not agglomerated into pellets, as that would reclassify them
• Keep species identification (Ruditapes philippinarum) and freezing records for CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 0307.72.90
Frozen Ark Shells
Frozen ark shells (Arcidae family, e.g., Anadara granosa), elongated bivalves popular in Asian cuisine, classified under 0307.72.90 as 'other' frozen clams. These are not agglomerated into pellets and meet the chapter definition for frozen molluscs.
Frozen Ark Shells (Barbatia virescens)
Frozen ark shells (Barbatia virescens) are elongated, ribbed molluscs from the Arcidae family, presented either shucked or in-shell. They are frozen to preserve freshness and fall under this tariff item as frozen molluscs of the families listed in the subheading.
Frozen Blood Clams
Frozen blood clams (Tegillarca granosa, Arcidae), known for red hemoglobin flesh, classified under 0307.72.90 as 'other' frozen clams. These are distinct from pellet forms and are not agglomerated, meeting the chapter definition for frozen molluscs.
Frozen Blood Cockles (Tegillarca granosa
Frozen blood cockles (Tegillarca granosa) are from the Arcidae family, known for their red hemoglobin-rich flesh and popular in Southeast Asian cuisine. They are frozen whole or shucked and qualify as frozen cockles under this tariff item.
Frozen Cherrystone Clams
Cherrystone clams, a larger variety of Mercenaria mercenaria, frozen in shell or meat form. These frozen clams from the Veneridae family are classified under 0307.72.90 as 'other' frozen clams, ideal for stuffing or raw consumption after thawing.
Frozen Cockles
Frozen cockles (Cardiidae family, e.g., Cerastoderma edule) are heart-shaped bivalve molluscs harvested from intertidal zones. They are classified under this tariff item as frozen molluscs, specifically 'other' clams, cockles, and ark shells, not elsewhere specified. This item excludes agglomerated pellets and flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption, which fall under heading 03.09.