Fresh Chilled Diver-Caught Scallops from Canada
Hand-harvested diver-caught scallops (typically Aequipecten opercularis) are premium chilled Pectinidae molluscs valued for their sweet flavor and sustainable sourcing. HTS 0307.21.00.00 covers these fresh or chilled, excluding any smoking, drying, or pelletizing per chapter definitions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include diver harvest certifications and chain-of-custody docs for premium pricing justification
• Monitor for vibrio bacteria testing requirements in chilled seafood imports
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics brine presence, leading to 0307.8 misclassification