Fresh Eastern Oysters
Fresh Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) are shucked or in-shell molluscs chilled immediately after harvest to preserve taste and texture. Classified under HTS 0307.11.00 for fresh or chilled oysters, as they remain unprocessed beyond cooling. Popular in East Coast seafood markets for oyster bars.
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If scallops instead of oysters
Scallops are a separate subheading 0307.21 within the oysters/scallops category, based on mollusc species.
If frozen
Processing into frozen state moves to 0307.19, per chapter hierarchy for preservation methods.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure Vibrio testing certificates from supplier; use insulated containers with ice packs for chilling without freezing; avoid misdeclaration as 'live' if shucked to prevent penalties
Related Products under HTS 0307.11.00
Live Pacific Oysters
Live Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are bivalve molluscs harvested from coastal waters and transported alive in refrigerated conditions to maintain freshness. They fall under HTS 0307.11.00 as live oysters, fitting the chapter's definition for live molluscs in shell. These are premium shellfish prized for their briny flavor in raw consumption.
Chilled Kumamoto Oysters
Chilled Kumamoto oysters (Crassostrea sikamea) are Japanese-origin bivalves kept at low temperatures post-harvest for live market sales. HTS 0307.11.00 applies to these live, fresh, or chilled oysters in shell. Known for their sweet, metallic notes in half-shell service.
Live Blue Point Oysters
Live Blue Point oysters from Long Island Sound are premium bivalves shipped alive in mesh bags with wet seaweed. They qualify under HTS 0307.11.00 as live oysters, emphasizing minimal processing. Favored by chefs for natural salinity.
Fresh Wellfleet Oysters
Fresh Wellfleet oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Cape Cod are harvested and chilled for overnight delivery to restaurants. HTS 0307.11.00 covers these fresh oysters, kept out of freezing to retain oyster liquor. Celebrated for crisp, cucumber-like flavor.
Chilled Belon Oysters
Chilled European flat oysters (Ostrea edulis), aka Belons, are selectively bred for metallic taste and shipped chilled. Under HTS 0307.11.00 as chilled oysters, in shell or shucked. Distinct from cupped Pacific varieties.
Live Fanny Bay Oysters
Live Fanny Bay oysters from British Columbia are robust Pacific oysters kept alive for farm-to-table supply chains. HTS 0307.11.00 for live oysters ensures tariff on unprocessed shellfish. Ideal for grilling or raw bars.