Fresh Green-Lipped Mussels (Perna canaliculus) from Japan
Premium fresh green-lipped mussels harvested from New Zealand farms, delivered chilled on ice for sushi-grade quality. Classified under HTS 0307.31.00.90 as 'other' live, fresh, or chilled mussels (Perna spp.), distinct from frozen or pelletized forms.
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 insulated containers with ice packs to maintain chilled state below 4°C, preventing shift to frozen classification
• Include origin-specific documentation for Perna spp
• as some countries require additional aquaculture certifications