Frozen Oysters in Shell from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include shell stock tags tracing back to approved growing areas
• Declare 'in-shell' status accurately to match statistical reporting requirements
• Prepare for possible USDA APHIS inspection if from regions with oyster disease concerns