Dried Stimson's Clams Whole from Japan
Whole dried Stimson's clams, sun or air-dried to preserve flavor, traditional in Asian cuisine. Classified in HTS 0307.79.0151 as dried 'other' clams, not rendered into flour or pellets per chapter notes. Used in soups and stir-fries for umami.
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
• Provide drying method certification to distinguish from flours/meals excluded by chapter notes
• Ensure moisture content below 20% with lab analysis to confirm 'dried' status
• Declare net weight excluding shells if partially intact