Frozen Blood Cockles (Tegillarca granosa from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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