Frozen Eastern Oysters from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include harvest area and processor certifications to meet FDA Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference standards
• Declare exact frozen state on entry documents to distinguish from chilled oysters
• Watch for anti-dumping duties if sourced from specific countries like certain Asian producers