Chilled Queen Scallops
Fresh chilled queen scallops (Aequipecten opercularis), shucked and maintained chilled, from Pectinidae family. HTS 0307.29.0100 for 'other' scallops excluding king, in chilled form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If misidentified as king scallops
Size/market name confusion; queen are smaller, 'other' category.
If in airtight containers, unfit for human consumption
Clams/mussels subheading if processed unfit; analogous for scallops.
If unfit for consumption after chilling
Denatured or spoiled molluscs go to waste/flour heading per Chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Harvest certificates mandatory to distinguish from king scallops for correct subheading
• Maintain 0-4°C chain; any freezing disqualifies as chilled
Related Products under HTS 0307.29.01.00
Dried Calico Scallops
Dried calico scallops (Argopecten gibbus), shucked and dehydrated without salt or brine, used in Asian cuisine or as snack. HTS 0307.29.0100 applies to 'other' Pectinidae molluscs in dried form, not rendered unfit for consumption.
Dried Salted Scallops
Traditional dried and salted sea scallops, air-dried after brining, Pectinidae 'other'. HTS 0307.29.0100 but verify against salted subheadings.
Fresh Chilled Shucked Scallops
Freshly harvested, shucked and chilled mixed Pectinidae scallops (not king). HTS 0307.29.0100 for chilled 'other' molluscs.
IQF Frozen Weathervane Scallops
Individually quick frozen weathervane scallops (Patinopecten caurinus), large Pacific Pectinidae. 'Other' under 0307.29.0100 frozen.
Brined Chilled Scallops
Bay scallops in light brine, chilled for preservation, Pectinidae other.
Air-Dried Scallop Adductor
Dried adductor muscles from calico scallops, no shell.