Frozen Blood Cockles (Tegillarca granosa from Japan
Frozen blood cockles, notable for red blood, from Arcidae family, popular in Southeast Asian cuisine. HTS 0307.72.00 for frozen cockles and ark shells.
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%
Import Tips
• High Vibrio risk; ensure HACCP plans from supplier
• Declare color variants clearly to avoid confusion
• Import in smaller lots if new to market to test demand