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
10%
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
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)