Live Geoduck for Live Tank Sales from Japan
Extra-large live geoduck clams shipped in aerated seawater systems for Asian live seafood tanks. Falls under HTS 0307.71.00.50 as live geoduck clams from qualifying bivalve families. High-value product fetching premium prices per pound.
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%
Import Tips
• Use certified live seafood transport systems with salinity monitoring to maintain live status
• Obtain aquaculture farm permits if farm-raised rather than wild-harvested