Eastern Seed Oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Japan

Live juvenile Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica), under 15mm shell height, harvested for grow-out in shellfish aquaculture operations. Fits HTS 0307.11.0020 specifically for seed oysters that are live, fresh, or chilled.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide spat or seed size verification documentation to customs for accurate HTS classification

Avoid common pitfall of inadequate water quality certification leading to quarantine delays

Label shipments clearly as 'seed oysters for aquaculture' to differentiate from food imports

Eastern Seed Oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0307.11.00.20