Clams, cockles and arkshells
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Products classified under Tariff item 1605.56.00
Boiled Cockle Clams Tinned Whole
Whole boiled cockles, classified as clams, salted and packed in tins not exceeding 680 grams. The boiling and salting process preserves the cockles, making them a prepared product under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Boiled Softshell Clams in Brine Pouch
Whole boiled softshell clams (Mya arenaria) in salted brine, sealed in flexible airtight pouches under 680 grams gross weight. This minimally processed product is prepared and preserved, falling under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Boiled Washington Clams Chopped
Boiled Washington clams, chopped and minced, salted for preservation. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, falling within the broader category of molluscs prepared or preserved.
Canned Ark Shell Clams Smoked
Smoked ark shell clams (Anadara spp.) in airtight cans, prepared by smoking as a preservation method. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a mollusc preparation.
Canned Boiled Gaper Clams
Whole boiled gaper clams (Tresus spp.) packed in tins not exceeding 680 grams. The boiling and canning process preserves the clams, making them a prepared product under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Canned Boiled Manila Clams
Whole boiled Manila clams (Ruditapes philippinarum) packed in brine within airtight cans, each not exceeding 680 grams gross weight. These are simply boiled and salted, without additional sauces, qualifying under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Canned Chopped Ocean Clams
Chopped ocean clams (Ensis spp.) canned in airtight containers, suitable for chowders and sauces. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a mollusc preparation.
Canned Clam and Anchovy Spread
A smooth spread made from clams, anchovy meat, butter, and herbs, packed in tins for use as a cracker topping. As a prepared mollusc product that also contains fish meat, it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00, which covers clams, cockles, and arkshells prepared or preserved. The addition of fish meat does not remove it from this heading, as the clam component predominates by weight.
Canned Clam and Bluefin Tuna Ragout
A rich ragout of clams and bluefin tuna in a savoury sauce, canned as a prepared meal. The clam component predominates by weight, so the product falls under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared clams. This ready-to-eat dish is typical of gourmet preserved seafood products.
Canned Clam and Sardine Pasta Sauce
A tomato-based sauce containing clams, sardine meat, garlic, and olive oil, canned for use on pasta. This prepared product combines molluscs and fish meat, but the clam component predominates by weight, placing it under tariff item 1605.56.00. It is a common retail preserved meal item.
Canned Geoduck Clams Whole
Whole geoduck clams (Panopea generosa) canned in airtight containers for gourmet markets. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a mollusc preparation.
Canned Manila Clams in Brine
Canned Manila clams (Ruditapes philippinarum) packed in brine in airtight containers, ready for direct consumption. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a mollusc preparation.
Canned Pacific Razor Clams in Brine
Canned Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) that have been cleaned, steamed, and packed in airtight cans with brine. This product is prepared and preserved, making it classifiable under tariff item 1605.56.00 for clams, cockles, and arkshells.
Canned Quahog Clams Minced
Minced quahog clams (Mercenaria mercenaria) in airtight cans, suitable for clam cakes or fritters. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a mollusc preparation.
Canned Whole Boiled Geoduck Clams
Boiled whole geoduck clams (Panopea generosa) lightly salted in airtight cans not exceeding 680 grams gross weight. Prepared only by boiling, this product falls under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Chopped Boiled Ark Clams
Minced boiled ark shell clams, salted and packed in airtight cans under 680 grams. The boiling and mincing process preserves the clams, making them a prepared product under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Chopped Boiled Littleneck Clams in Tin
Minced boiled littleneck clams (Mercenaria mercenaria) lightly salted and sealed in small metal tins under 680 grams gross weight. This product meets the criteria for boiled, non-further-prepared clams under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Clam and Catfish Ball Premix
A frozen premix for making fish balls, containing clams and catfish meat. As a prepared mollusc product with fish meat, it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 because the clam component predominates by weight. This product is intended for further cooking by the consumer.
Clam and Cod Seafood Stew Mix
A frozen prepared meal kit containing clams, cod fish chunks, vegetables, and sauce for quick stovetop stew preparation. The clam component predominates by weight, so it falls under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This product aligns with the legal definition of a prepared meal containing both mollusc and fish meat.
Clam and Herring Pate
A luxury pâté made from clams and herring meat, smoked and canned. This prepared mollusc product contains fish meat, but the clam component predominates by weight, placing it under tariff item 1605.56.00. The smoking process serves as a preservation method consistent with prepared seafood products.
Clam and Pollock Fish Cake Premix
A ready-to-fry mix of minced clams, pollock meat, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, packed in cans. The clam component predominates by weight, so it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This product serves both industrial and retail applications for making fish cakes.
Clam and Shrimp-Free Tuna Salad Kit
A refrigerated salad kit with clams, tuna flakes, celery, and mayonnaise dressing. The clam component predominates by weight, so it falls under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This retail-packed product is intended for deli counters and contains no shrimp, avoiding any crustacean classification issues.
Clam and Tilapia Stuffed Mussels Alternative
Stuffed clam shells filled with tilapia meat and seasonings, preserved in cans. Although the product mimics stuffed mussels, it is made with clam shells and tilapia, and the clam component predominates by weight. This places it under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared clams.
Clam and Tuna Chowder
A ready-to-eat canned soup featuring clams, tuna fish meat, potatoes, and cream in a savoury broth. The clam component predominates by weight, so it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This product meets the subheading's definition of a prepared meal containing both mollusc and fish meat.
Clam and Whitefish Croquette Mix
A dehydrated mix for croquettes containing clam powder, whitefish meat, and binders. The clam component predominates by weight, so it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This dry product is intended for restaurant use and requires rehydration before cooking.
Frozen Clam and Mackerel Ravioli Filling
A frozen bulk filling for ravioli using clams, mackerel meat, ricotta, and spices. The clam component predominates by weight, so it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This product is used in food manufacturing and is not a finished pasta product.
Garlic Butter Razor Clams in Canned Format
Razor clams (Siliqua patula) prepared with a garlic butter sauce and hermetically sealed in cans for long-term storage. The addition of sauce and the airtight packaging make this a prepared or preserved product under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Minced Boiled Butter Clams
Minced boiled butter clams (Saxidomus nuttalli), salted and packed airtight. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, specifically as a mollusc preparation.
Minced Boiled Quahog Clams Canned
Chopped and boiled quahog clams (Mercenaria mercenaria) with light salting, packed in small airtight cans not exceeding 680 grams gross weight. No further preservation is used, aligning with tariff item 1605.56.00.
Minced Salted Hardshell Clams Boiled
Minced salted hardshell clams, boiled and packed in salted water in small airtight containers under 680 g. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, meeting the criteria for mollusc preparations.
Natural Juice Packed Razor Clams
Whole Siliqua patula razor clams packed in their own natural juices within airtight cans, minimally processed for premium quality. This product is prepared and preserved, falling under tariff item 1605.56.00 for clams.
Olive Oil Packed Razor Clams in Tins
Premium Siliqua patula razor clams gently cooked and immersed in extra virgin olive oil, packed in decorative airtight tins. This gourmet product is preserved in oil, making it a prepared mollusc under tariff item 1605.56.00.
Prepared Clam and Swordfish Paella Base
A canned paella base containing clams, swordfish meat, rice, saffron, and stock. The clam component predominates by weight, so it is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This authentic Spanish import is a mixed fish-mollusc prepared meal.
Ready Clam and Snapper Ceviche Mix
An acid-preserved mix of clams and snapper meat, ready for ceviche preparation. The clam component predominates by weight, so it falls under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. This product is preserved through acidification, a common method for seafood preparations.
Salted Chopped Razor Clams Boiled
Minced boiled razor clams (Ensis spp.), salted and packed in 12-ounce airtight tins not exceeding 680 grams gross weight. This product fits tariff item 1605.56.00 as boiled clams without other preservation methods.
Salted Whole Boiled Pismo Clams
Boiled Pismo clams (Tivela stultorum), whole and salted, packed in small cans. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, a type of mollusc preparation.
Smoked Clam and Salmon Dip
A creamy refrigerated dip made with smoked clams, salmon meat, cream cheese, and herbs. The clam component predominates by weight, so it falls under tariff item 1605.56.00 for prepared molluscs. The smoking process preserves the product and aligns with prepared seafood classifications.
Smoked Razor Clams in Vacuum-Sealed Cans
Siliqua patula razor clams smoked over alder wood and sealed in airtight metal tins for shelf stability. The smoking process preserves the clams, classifying them under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared molluscs.
Tinned Salted Boiled Clam Meat
Generic boiled clam meat, chopped and salted, packed in small airtight tins. This product is classified under tariff item 1605.56.00 as prepared or preserved clams, within the category of mollusc preparations.
Whole Salted Boiled Cherrystone Clams
Intact boiled cherrystone clams, salted for preservation, in 6-ounce airtight cans totaling under 680 grams gross weight. Strictly boiled without other processing, this product fits tariff item 1605.56.00.