Frozen Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis) from Canada
Frozen blue mussels (Mytilus edulis) are harvested from cold Atlantic waters, cleaned, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness and flavor. They fall under HTS 0307.32.00.00 as frozen mussels of the Mytilus spp., suitable for direct human consumption in seafood dishes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify supplier certifications for sustainable mussel farming to comply with U.S. seafood import laws like section 609
• Include detailed commercial invoices specifying species (Mytilus edulis), processing method (frozen), and country of origin
• Avoid misclassification as fresh/chilled; ensure temperature logs during transit to prove frozen state