Geoduck
Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: > Clams, cockles and ark shells (families Arcidae, Arcticidae, Cardiidae, Donacidae, Hiatellidae, Mactridae, Mesodesmatidae, Myidae, Semelidae, Solecurtidae, Solenidae, Tridacnidae and Veneridae): > Frozen > Clams: > Geoduck
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 0307.72.00.30
Frozen Whole Geoduck Clams
Whole geoduck clams (Panopea generosa), frozen, including shell and siphon, sourced from Pacific Northwest waters. Classified under HTS 0307.72.0030 as frozen geoduck within the clams category of molluscs. These are typically imported for high-end seafood markets and restaurants.
Frozen Geoduck Siphons
Frozen geoduck neck or siphon portions, removed from shell and body, vacuum-packed for export. HTS 0307.72.0030 covers frozen geoduck clams, including separated parts that remain simply frozen without further processing. Popular in Asian cuisines for stir-fries and hot pots.
Frozen Dressed Geoduck
Frozen geoduck clams that have been eviscerated and minimally cleaned but retain natural form. Falls under HTS 0307.72.0030 for frozen geoduck as 'dressed' refers to basic preparation without cooking or advanced processing. Used in gourmet seafood processing.
IQF Frozen Geoduck Pieces
Individually quick frozen (IQF) geoduck clam pieces, cut into uniform sizes for retail packaging. HTS 0307.72.0030 applies to all frozen geoduck forms, including IQF, as long as not further processed into meals or cooked items. Ideal for convenience seafood sales.
Frozen Wild-Caught Geoduck
Frozen geoduck harvested from wild beds in Canada or US Pacific coasts, whole or in shell. Specifically under HTS 0307.72.0030 for frozen geoduck clams, emphasizing sustainable wild sourcing. High demand in export markets for authenticity.