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Frozen Ark Shells from Japan

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 — 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

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