Live Stimson's Clams for Sashimi

Live Stimson's clams shipped in aerated seawater for premium sashimi markets. Under HTS 0307.79.0151 as live 'other' clams, maintained alive per chapter scope. Prized for tender texture in raw Japanese preparations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0302.99.00.00Same rate: 35%

If for breeding/aquaculture

Live molluscs for propagation classify under live unspecified molluscs in 0302.

0307.79.01Same rate: 35%

If die during transit

Dead on arrival shifts to fresh/chilled classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use live haul tanks with oxygenation logs to prove viability at entry

Obtain veterinary health certificate from exporting country

Declare as 'live' explicitly to avoid frozen/chilled default

Related Products under HTS 0307.79.01.51

Fresh Stimson's Clams

Live or fresh Stimson's clams (Transennella Stimpsoni), a small bivalve mollusc from the Veneridae family, harvested from Pacific coastal waters. Classified under HTS 0307.79.0151 as fresh clams of this specific species, not processed beyond cleaning. Ideal for raw consumption or sushi preparations.

Chilled Stimson's Clams in Brine

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.

Frozen Stimson's Clams Shucked

Shucked and frozen Stimson's clams, meat only, from sustainable Veneridae harvests. HTS 0307.79.0151 covers this as frozen 'other' clams of the Stimson's variety, post-shell removal but not further cooked. Popular in stir-fries and pasta dishes.

Dried Stimson's Clams Whole

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.

Salted Stimson's Clams in Brine

Stimson's clams preserved in heavy salt brine, a staple for long-term storage. HTS 0307.79.0151 includes salted 'other' clams of this species, excluding smoked varieties. Rehydrated for cooking in chowders or sauces.

Pacific Stimson's Clams Frozen IQF

Individually quick frozen (IQF) Stimson's clams from Pacific Northwest harvests. HTS 0307.79.0151 for frozen Stimson's variety clams, shucked and blast-frozen. Perfect for restaurant thawing and cooking.