Chilled European Flat Oysters

Chilled European flat oysters (Ostrea edulis), prized for briny flavor, shipped live or chilled from sustainable European beds. Falls in HTS 0307.19.0180 as 'other' non-Australian flat oysters that are chilled.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.21.00Same rate: 35%

If specifically Australian flat oysters

0307.21 reserved for Ostrea angasi from Australia; European flats are 'other'.

0307.71.00Same rate: 35%

If smoked European flats

Smoking process dictates 0307.71 classification.

0308.90.01.00Same rate: 35%

If chilled but unfit/denatured

Unfit chilled molluscs go to 0308.

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Import Tips & Compliance

EU export health certificates mandatory for transatlantic clearance

Quarantine rules may apply; check APHIS for non-native species

Related Products under HTS 0307.19.01.80

Frozen Kumamoto Oysters

Premium frozen Kumamoto oysters (Crassostrea sikamea), known for deep cup shells and buttery taste, shucked and IQF. HTS 0307.19.0180 for these frozen 'other' oysters, not Australian flat or smoked varieties.

Dried Smoked Oysters

Dried unsmoked oysters, simply dehydrated without binders to avoid pellet status. HTS 0307.19.0180 for 'other' dried oysters.

Frozen Pacific Oysters

Frozen Pacific oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are harvested from coastal waters, shucked or in-shell, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. They fall under HTS 0307.19.0180 as 'other' oysters that are frozen, distinct from fit-for-human-consumption flours, meals, or pellets in heading 0309.

Chilled Eastern Oysters

Chilled Eastern oysters (Crassostrea virginica) from Atlantic waters, typically shucked and packed on ice for short-term transport. Classified in HTS 0307.19.0180 as 'other' non-Australian flat oysters that are chilled, excluding any pelleted forms per chapter notes.

Dried Shucked Oysters

Dried shucked oysters, dehydrated to extend shelf life while retaining natural flavor, sourced from sustainable farms. HTS 0307.19.0180 applies to these 'other' dried oysters, not qualifying as pellets (agglomerated with binder) excluded by chapter notes.

Frozen In-Shell Oysters

Whole frozen oysters in their natural shells, ideal for steaming or raw bar service, from varieties like Kumamoto. Fits HTS 0307.19.0180 for frozen 'other' oysters, whether in shell or not, excluding smoked or pelleted forms.