Live Ark Shells (Anadara granosa) from Germany
Blood cockles or ark shells from Arcidae family, live-harvested from Southeast Asian mangroves, chilled for live tank display in markets. Prized for sweet meat in curries. Classified in HTS 0307.71.00 per hierarchy for ark shells live/fresh/chilled.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Check for red tide toxins specific to ark shell habitats
• Declare as 'live requiring aeration' on manifests
• Partner with carriers experienced in live bivalve air freight