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Live European Flat Oysters from Japan

Live European flat oysters (Ostrea edulis) shipped aerated in tanks for depuration or direct market. Classified in HTS 0307.19.01 for 'other' live oysters in shell, distinct from processed flours/pellets in 0309.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Use certified live transport systems with oxygenation logs; declare mortality rates under 5%

Obtain state shellfish control authority pre-approval; include genetic stock info if disease-prone