Live Ark Shells (Anadara granosa) from Japan
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 — 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
• 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