Chilled Ark Shells (Anadara broughtonii) from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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