Frozen Soft-Shell Clams from Japan
Soft-shell clams (Mya arenaria, Myidae family), frozen shucked. Under HTS 0307.79.0160 as other frozen clams from enumerated families. Also called steamers, delicate flavor.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Soft-shells high in PSP risk; require recent testing certs
• IQF preferred to maintain individual pieces
• Avoid salting which changes to brine subheading