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%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 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