Live Venerupis Clams from Japan
Live Venerupis clams (Venerupis philippinarum variant) are pulse clams from Veneridae, chilled for export. Under HTS 0307.71.00.70 as other clams.
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
• Monitor dissolved oxygen levels >5mg/L for live survival
• Batch by size to match statistical reporting if applicable
• Prepare for CBP exams on live shellfish mortality rates