0307.32.00.00/Frozen Cooked Mussels in Brine (Mytilus spp.)/Japan

Frozen Cooked Mussels in Brine (Mytilus spp.) from Japan

Mussels (Mytilus spp.) cooked then frozen in light brine for extended shelf life, used in ready meals. Still under HTS 0307.32.00.00 if not considered 'prepared'—focus on frozen state without smoking.

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%

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Import Tips

• Clarify if 'cooked' means blanched only; full cooking may require 1603 classification

• List brine composition on invoice; heavy preservatives shift to prepared foods

• Maintain -18°C or below throughout supply chain to qualify as frozen