Frozen Littleneck Clams (Protothaca staminea) from Mexico
Small-sized frozen littleneck clams from the Veneridae family, prized for their sweet flavor, are frozen in-shell or meat-only. HTS 0307.72.00 covers these frozen products from the designated clam families.
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
• Use FDA prior notice for shellfish imports and include lot traceability for recalls
• Confirm exact species via supplier docs to match HTS family requirements
• Watch for misdeclaration as scallops, which fall under different subheadings