Frozen Cockles (Cerastoderma edule)
Frozen common cockles from the Cardiidae family, small heart-shaped shellfish frozen for export. They qualify under HTS 0307.72.00 as frozen cockles from the listed families.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live, fresh or chilled cockles
Preservation method determines subheading; chilled uses 0307.71.00.
If dried, salted or in brine, not frozen
Other preservation states like dried fall under different 0307 subheadings or 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide photographic evidence or expert certification of species to confirm Cardiidae family
• Ensure brine or glaze weight is deducted from invoice for accurate duty on net frozen weight
• Comply with EU or Asian origin rules if applicable for traceability
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