Chilled Tridacna Clams

Chilled Tridacna clams (giant clams) from Tridacnidae, often for aquarium or food use, kept alive/chilled. HTS 0307.71.00.70 applies as listed family clams, live/fresh/chilled.

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.

0307.79.01Same rate: 35%

If aquarium-only, non-food

Non-edible molluscs may shift if end-use changes classification intent.

9608.10.00Lower: 22.9% vs 35%

If worked into shell products

Processed shells (not live animal) go to Chapter 96 worked ivory/shell.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Secure CITES Appendix II permits mandatory for Tridacna species

Separate food vs aquarium use declarations for correct handling

Avoid overpacking to prevent suffocation during transit

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