IQF Frozen Stimson's Clams from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide blast-freezing records to confirm IQF status and prevent melting/re-freezing issues at entry
• Test for biotoxins like PSP; include lab reports to bypass FDA holds