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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shipped live or fresh/chilled
Live, fresh, or chilled oysters are classified under 0307.11.00, not frozen products.
If processed into flours, meals, or pellets for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, and pellets fit for human consumption from 0307, directing them to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify country of origin documentation to comply with Section 609 restrictions on certain seafood imports
• Ensure proper cold chain certification and labeling indicating 'frozen oysters' to avoid misclassification as fresh
• Obtain FDA prior notice and shellfish sanitation certificates to prevent customs holds
Related Products under HTS 0307.12.00
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.
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.