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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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