Frozen Quahog Clams from Mexico
Northern quahogs (Mercenaria mercenaria), large Veneridae clams, frozen meat. Under HTS 0307.79.0160 as other frozen clams, cockles, ark shells. Traditional in New England clam chowder.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide lot traceability for recall if biotoxin levels rise
• Avoid drying or brining to prevent shift to other subheadings
• Confirm not 'pellets' per chapter definition to stay out of 0309