Dried Cockles from Mexico
Cockles (Cerastoderma spp., Cardiidae family) dried in shell are other clams under HTS 0307.79.0155, as cockles are taxonomically grouped with clams in this hierarchy. Used in soups after rehydration.
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
• Test for moisture content to distinguish 'dried' from fresh, affecting potential reclassification
• Declare exact drying method to avoid scrutiny under smoked or brined subheadings
• Include aflatoxin testing results, common pitfall for dried shellfish