Chilled Venerupes Clams from Germany
Venerupes large clams (Venerupis spp., Veneridae) chilled in shell are classified as other clams in HTS 0307.79.0155. These medium-sized clams are imported fresh for steaming.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Attach dealer tags with harvest date and location per FDA shellfish rules
• Avoid bulk packing without ventilation to prevent suffocation and quality loss
• Check for Vibrio testing requirements in source country