Chilled Venerupes Clams from Japan
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 — 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
• 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