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Bulk Frozen Oyster Meat

Large-volume frozen oyster adductor meat for processing into soups or stews. HTS 0307.12.00 applies to all frozen oyster forms, including bulk shucked meat.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

0307.12.00.60Farmed
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0307.12.00.80Other
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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If pelletized for animal feed or human consumption flours

Chapter defines pellets separately from simple frozen meat.

1605Lower: 10% vs 35%

If sold as ready-to-eat oyster preparations

Retail-ready preserved oysters classify under prepared molluscs.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain bulk importer permits for facilities processing >500 lbs daily

• Specify 'not for direct retail' if industrial use to guide inspections

• Monitor for Section 232 or other trade remedies affecting shellfish

Related Products under HTS 0307.12.00

Frozen Pacific Oysters

Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are harvested from Pacific waters, shucked or in-shell, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They fall under HTS 0307.12.00 as frozen oysters, distinct from fresh or live under 0307.11 or processed flours/pellets in 0309.

Frozen Eastern Oysters

Frozen Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Atlantic coasts, typically shucked and frozen in brine or plain. Classified under HTS 0307.12.00 specifically for frozen molluscs of the oyster genus.

Frozen Shucked Oysters

Frozen shucked oysters with shells removed, packed in consumer or bulk portions. HTS 0307.12.00 covers all frozen oysters regardless of shucked or in-shell state.

IQF Frozen Oysters

Individually quick frozen (IQF) oysters, allowing easy portioning without thawing entire blocks. Fits HTS 0307.12.00 as frozen oysters, preserving natural texture for foodservice.

Frozen Oysters in Shell

Whole frozen oysters retained in their natural shells, often for premium restaurant use. HTS 0307.12.00 explicitly includes frozen oysters whether in shell or not.

Frozen Kumamoto Oysters

Premium frozen Kumamoto oysters (Crassostrea sikamea), known for sweet flavor, frozen shucked. Classified under general frozen oyster HTS 0307.12.00.