Frozen Pacific Oysters from Japan
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.
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
• 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