Live Blacklip Abalone (Haliotis rubra) from Japan
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.
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
• 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