Belon Oysters (Ostrea edulis Belon) from Japan
Premium live, fresh, or chilled Belon oysters from Brittany, France, falling under HTS 0307.11.0080 as 'other' oysters. Known for metallic flavor, these flat oysters are selectively bred and imported in-shell. Excludes frozen or processed forms per the heading.
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
• Include traceability docs from EU-approved farms to meet Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference standards
• Monitor for paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) test results in import paperwork