0307.12.00.60/Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen/Japan

Farmed Pacific Oysters Frozen from Japan

Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) farmed in controlled aquaculture environments, typically harvested and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.12.00.60 as frozen farmed oysters, fitting the molluscs chapter for processed shellfish products.

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%

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Import Tips

• Obtain farm origin certification to verify 'farmed' status and comply with HTS 0307.12.00.60; misclassification as wild can lead to penalties

• Ensure proper cold chain documentation and FDA prior notice for frozen seafood to avoid holds at entry

• Watch for contaminants like heavy metals; provide lab test results as common CBP request for molluscs