Live Blood Cockles (Tegillarca granosa) from Mexico
Red-fleshed blood cockles from Arcidae, live shipped in aerated boxes for Thai/Indo cuisine. Chilled to slow metabolism. Included in HTS 0307.71.00 ark shells category.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Heavy metal testing required for mangrove species
• Purging certificates prevent grit complaints
• Declare live weight accurately; shrinkage occurs