Chilled Ark Shells (Anadara broughtonii) from China
Chilled ark shells from Arcidae family, shipped on ice post-harvest for sushi markets. HTS 0307.71.00.90 applies to these 'other' fresh/chilled clams, cockles, ark shells.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• FDA prior notice required; include shell-on photos for inspection
• Specify 'chilled' on invoice; frozen risks 8-12% higher duties elsewhere
• Test for biotoxins; positive samples lead to full shipment rejection