Live Blacklip Abalone (Haliotis rubra)
Live blacklip abalone farmed in Australian waters, exported alive for premium sushi markets with intact shells. HTS 0307.81.00.00 covers live Haliotis spp., emphasizing viability over processing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shucked and chilled (meat only)
Removing the shell may classify as processed under frozen/chilled subheadings if not fully live.
If cooked or prepared, not just chilled
Prepared or preserved molluscs move to Chapter 16, outside fresh/chilled scope.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use aerated seawater containers for transport; declare exact quantity by count or weight to match invoices
• Comply with Lacey Act by providing harvest origin data to prevent illegal wild sourcing penalties
• Inspect for shell parasites pre-shipment—US Customs may reject lots with visible infestation
Related Products under HTS 0307.81.00.00
Live Red Abalone (Haliotis rufescens)
Live red abalone from California's coastal waters, harvested sustainably and shipped alive in controlled seawater systems to maintain freshness. Classified under HTS 0307.81.00.00 as live abalone (Haliotis spp.), distinct from frozen or processed forms in other subheadings.
Fresh Chilled Green Abalone (Haliotis fulgens)
Freshly harvested green abalone from Mexican waters, chilled immediately post-harvest to preserve texture and flavor without freezing. Falls under HTS 0307.81.00.00 for chilled abalone (Haliotis spp.), separate from live or frozen categories.
Chilled South African Abalone (Haliotis midae)
Premium chilled abalone from South African aquaculture farms, packed in ice slurry for global export. Classified in HTS 0307.81.00.00 as chilled Haliotis spp., not extending to dried, salted, or frozen forms.
Fresh Live New Zealand Paua (Haliotis iris)
Fresh live paua abalone from New Zealand's sustainable fisheries, maintained alive for raw consumption. HTS 0307.81.00.00 specifically for live, fresh, or chilled abalone, excluding smoked or brined.