Frozen Ark Shells from Canada
Ark shells (Anadara spp., Arcidae family) frozen whole fall under HTS 0307.79.0155 as other clams/cockles/ark shells not specified elsewhere. Popular in Asian seafood markets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide DNA or morphological ID to confirm Arcidae family amid look-alike species
• Comply with Section 609-like rules if any shrimp contamination suspected in processing
• Use insulated packaging with temperature indicators for frozen integrity