Frozen Cockles (Cerastoderma edule) from Japan
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.
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
• 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