Frozen Stimson's Clams Whole
Whole frozen Stimson's clams (Transennella Stimsonii) harvested from Pacific coastal waters, preserved by flash-freezing to maintain freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.72.0051 as frozen clams of the Veneridae family, specifically Stimson's variety, excluding those processed into flours, meals, or pellets fit for human consumption. Ideal for seafood markets and Japanese-style cuisine.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shucked and only meat, no shell
Shucked clam meat without shell falls under frozen shucked clams heading, distinct from whole or shell-on.
If processed into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, pellets suitable for eating from 0307, moving to heading 0309.
If cooked, prepared, or preserved beyond freezing
Once cooked or processed for retail, cold-water clams shift to prepared/preserved molluscs in Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification via scientific naming (Transennella Stimsonii) with certificates to avoid misclassification as other clams
• Comply with FDA seafood HACCP and Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risk; provide harvest logs for traceability
• Avoid pitfalls like importing as 'clam meat only' which shifts to 0307.71; include shell fragments if present
Related Products under HTS 0307.72.00.51
Frozen Stimson's Clams in Shell
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.
IQF Frozen Stimson's Clams
Individually quick frozen (IQF) Stimson's clams, shucked or whole, for portion control in foodservice. This HTS 0307.72.0051 covers frozen Stimson's clams before any agglomeration into pellets, as per chapter notes on processing exclusions. Commonly used in stir-fries and hot pots.
Frozen Stimson's Clam Meat
Purified meat from Stimson's clams, frozen in blocks or portions, excluding shells for clean processing. Falls under HTS 0307.72.0051 for frozen clams (Stimson's), distinct from shucked under other codes or pelletized forms banned by chapter notes. Suited for chowder bases.
Pacific Frozen Stimson's Clams
Frozen Stimson's clams from Pacific fisheries, packed in 5kg blocks for wholesale. HTS 0307.72.0051 specifies this frozen clam type from Veneridae, not smoked, dried, or pelletized per chapter definitions. Used in Asian markets for sashimi prep.
Hawaiian Stimson's Clams Frozen
Stimson's clams frozen from Hawaiian aquaculture or wild catch, emphasizing local Pacific purity. Under HTS 0307.72.0051 as frozen clams of this variety, excluding any binder-agglomerated pellets. Premium for raw bar menus.