Frozen Stimson's Clams in Shell from China
Stimson's clams frozen directly in their natural shells, sourced from Hawaii and West Coast fisheries, retaining moisture and flavor. HTS 0307.72.0051 applies to these frozen clams from the Veneridae family, not further processed into consumable pellets or meals. Popular in live tank thawing for restaurant service.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Obtain fishery improvement project (FIP) certifications for sustainable sourcing to ease customs clearance
• Label packages clearly as 'frozen whole Stimson's clams' to prevent reclassification as parts
• Watch for moisture loss during transit; use insulated packaging to maintain frozen state per FDA rules