Live Pacific Geoduck Clams from Japan
Live Pacific geoduck clams (Panopea generosa) harvested from cold Pacific waters, sold alive in the shell for premium seafood markets. Classified under HTS 0307.71.00.50 as live, fresh geoduck clams from the specified bivalve families. These large burrowing clams are prized for their long necks and firm texture.
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
• Obtain CITES export permits from source countries like Canada or US as geoduck trade is regulated for sustainability
• Provide detailed scientific identification and harvest documentation to confirm classification as live geoduck
• Avoid misclassification as frozen product (0307.79) by maintaining live condition with proper chilled transport