Frozen Quahog Clams

Northern quahogs (Mercenaria mercenaria), known as hard clams, frozen for export under HTS 0307.72.00.55 as other frozen clams from Veneridae. Used in clam cakes and chowders along East Coast U.S.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307Same rate: 35%

If dried, salted, or in brine instead of frozen

Processing method determines subheading; frozen specific to 0307.72

0410Lower: 11.1% vs 35%

If edible products of animal origin not elsewhere specified

Fallback for unclassifiable animal edibles, but clams properly stay in Chapter 03

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include shell-on vs shucked distinction in invoices to match HTS description

Comply with HACCP plans for seafood processors and importers

Monitor for seasonal quotas or restrictions on wild-caught molluscs

Related Products under HTS 0307.72.00.55

Frozen Littleneck Clams

Littleneck clams (Mercenaria mercenaria) are small hard-shell clams frozen in their shells or shucked, classified under HTS 0307.72.00.55 as frozen clams from the Veneridae family, other than specific statistical categories. They are popular in seafood chowders and pasta dishes. This code applies to frozen clams excluding certain enumerated varieties.

Frozen Manila Clams

Manila clams (Ruditapes philippinarum) from the Veneridae family, frozen whole or shucked, fall under HTS 0307.72.00.55 for other frozen clams. Commonly imported for steaming or stir-fries in Asian cuisine. Excludes statistical breaks for specific clam types.

Frozen Cherrystone Clams

Cherrystone clams, a larger variety of Mercenaria mercenaria, frozen in shell or meat form, classified as other frozen clams under HTS 0307.72.00.55. Ideal for stuffing or raw consumption after thawing. Part of Veneridae family imports.

Frozen Softshell Clams

Softshell clams (Mya arenaria) frozen whole or shucked, though sometimes debated by family, imported under HTS 0307.72.00.55 for other frozen clams. Popular in New England steamers; processing keeps them uncooked.

Frozen Razor Clams

Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) from Solecurtidae family, frozen in shell or meat, classified under HTS 0307.72.00.55 as other frozen clams per hierarchy. Delicate flavor for grilling or fritters.

Frozen Hardshell Clams

Generic frozen hardshell clams (Venerupis spp.), shucked or whole, under HTS 0307.72.00.55 for other frozen clams. Versatile for various culinary uses including raw bars.