Frozen Roe-On Sea Scallops from Japan
Frozen sea scallops with roe attached from Pectinidae family, providing extra flavor, flash-frozen for retail. Under HTS 0307.22.00.00 as frozen whole molluscs of Pectinidae, not smoked or pelleted. Specialty item in Japanese cuisine.
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
• Document roe attachment clearly, as detached roe may alter classification considerations
• Screen for allergens and provide labels compliant with FDA seafood labeling rules
• Avoid declaring as 'whole scallop' if roe removed; precision prevents CBP holds