0307.72.00/Frozen Ark Shells (Barbatia virescens)/Japan

Frozen Ark Shells (Barbatia virescens) from Japan

Frozen ark shells from the Arcidae family, elongated molluscs with ribbed shells, frozen shucked or in-shell. HTS 0307.72.00 includes frozen ark shells per the chapter hierarchy.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Declare shell-on vs. shucked separately if weights differ significantly for duties

• Test for heavy metals common in benthic shellfish; include lab reports

• Avoid bulk packaging that risks thawing; use IQF (individually quick frozen)