Frozen Whole Geoduck Clams from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify supplier compliance with Section 609 of Public Law 101-162 if from certain regions; provide CITES documentation if applicable for wild-caught species
• Ensure accurate weight declaration excluding ice glaze
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as processed if minimally trimmed