Sydney Rock Seed Oysters (Saccostrea glomerata)
Live seed oysters from the Sydney rock oyster species (Saccostrea glomerata), sized 3-8mm for transplanting in oyster leases. Precisely matches HTS 0307.11.0020 for live/fresh/chilled seed oysters.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dead but unprocessed
Dead oysters not preserved fall under other (dead) oysters category.
If imported solely for shells after processing
Shells separated from live tissue classify as shells under Chapter 5.
If shipped as spat on shell collectors
Seed oysters on cultch (shell substrate) may classify as pearl oyster products if similar.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure advance approval from state shellfish health programs for non-endemic species
• Monitor salinity and oxygen levels in shipping to prevent mortality and reclassification
• Avoid misdeclaration as food product, which triggers FDA seafood safety inspections
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