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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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