Canned Conch Meat
Canned conch meat is prepared from queen conch (Strombus gigas) that has been tenderized, cooked, and canned. It falls under this tariff item as 'other' prepared molluscs.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Be aware that queen conch is a CITES-listed species; obtain the necessary permits before importing
• Ensure the product is properly labeled with the species name and origin
Related Products under Tariff item 1605.59.90
Bottled Preserved Limpets
Bottled preserved limpets are gastropod molluscs that have been cooked and preserved in oil or brine. They fall under this tariff item as 'other' prepared molluscs, not being specifically named in other subheadings of heading 16.05.
Canned Abalone in Brine
Canned abalone in brine consists of abalone meat from Haliotis species that has been cooked and preserved in brine. It is classified as 'other' prepared molluscs since abalone is not specifically named in other subheadings of heading 16.05.
Canned Cockle Meat
Canned cockle meat consists of shucked, cooked cockles (Cardium edule) preserved in brine. These small bivalve molluscs are classified as 'other' prepared molluscs under this tariff item.
Jars of Preserved Sea Urchin Gonads
Preserved sea urchin gonads, also known as uni, are the edible reproductive organs of sea urchins (Echinoidea) preserved in a light salt brine. Sea urchins are aquatic invertebrates other than molluscs, so they are classified under this 'other' tariff item.
Pickled Whelk Meat
Pickled whelk meat consists of cleaned, cooked whelks (Neptunea spp.) preserved in vinegar. These large sea snails are classified as 'other' prepared molluscs under this tariff item.
Pouched Octopus Alternatives (Cuttlefish)
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