Frozen Green-Lipped Mussels (Perna canaliculus) from Japan
Large frozen green-lipped mussels (Perna canaliculus) from New Zealand farms, typically half-shell for easy cooking. Classified under HTS 0307.32.00.00 as frozen mussels of Perna spp., not further processed beyond freezing.
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
• Obtain FDA prior notice and ensure shellfish tags trace back to harvest waters for safety compliance
• Label packages clearly with 'Frozen Mussels - Perna canaliculus' to prevent reclassification as generic seafood
• Check for binders or compression; if present, it may qualify as pellets under chapter notes, shifting to 0309