Brined Whole Geoduck from Japan
Live geoduck placed in light brine solution for short-term preservation during ocean freight. Classified under HTS 0307.79.0130 for geoduck in brine, as other clams.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify brine strength (<5% salt) to differentiate from heavily preserved
• Drain weights required for customs valuation
• Avoid high salt levels pushing to 'salted' subheading