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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Heavy metal testing required for mangrove species
• Purging certificates prevent grit complaints
• Declare live weight accurately; shrinkage occurs