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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ground into pellets fit for human consumption
Pellets as defined in chapter notes go to 0309, not simple frozen oysters.
If for other frozen molluscs not oysters
Different mollusc species like mussels use separate 0307.91 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use temperature logs from harvest to import to prove integrity of IQF process
• Label clearly as 'IQF frozen' to prevent reclassification as block-frozen bulk
• Check for quota restrictions on oyster imports from high-volume exporters
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.
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.