Chilled Stimson's Clams in Brine from Mexico
Chilled Stimson's clams packed in brine to maintain freshness, sourced from Alaskan or Japanese fisheries. Falls under HTS 0307.79.0151 as 'other' clams in brine, excluding smoked or cooked products. Commonly used in ceviche or quick-steamed dishes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include temperature logs and brine composition details to prove 'chilled' status and prevent reclassification as preserved
• Obtain Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference (ISSC) certification for harvesting waters
• Label with exact species name 'Transennella Stimpsoni' to distinguish from generic clams