Frozen Eastern Oysters from Japan
Frozen Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Atlantic coasts, typically shucked and frozen whole for culinary use. Fits HTS 0307.12.00.80 as 'other' frozen oysters, distinct from pelletized forms unsuitable for direct consumption.
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
• Maintain cold chain documentation to prove frozen state upon import
• Declare exact species to comply with traceability requirements