Fresh Whole Geoduck Clams in Shell

Freshly dug whole geoduck clams kept alive in shell through rapid chilling for transport to high-end restaurants. Classified as fresh geoduck under HTS 0307.71.00.50 per hierarchy for live/fresh/chilled clams from qualifying families. Prized in Chinese cuisine for hot pot and stir-fries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.51.00Same rate: 35%

If misidentified as oysters

Geoduck's large size can lead to oyster confusion, falling under different mollusc heading.

0308.90.01.00Same rate: 35%

If dried, salted, or in brine

Preservation methods exclude from fresh/chilled category per chapter structure.

0309Lower: 10% vs 35%

If ground into meal or pellets

Processed forms fit for human consumption excluded by chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain shell closure during transit to prove live/fresh condition at entry

Declare harvest location and size (often >1kg each) for traceability requirements