IQF Frozen Oysters from Japan
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.
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
• 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