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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If frozen
Frozen abalone shifts to heading 0307.91, as the preservation method changes from live/fresh/chilled.
If processed into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, and pellets suitable for human food from headings 0305-0308, directing them to 0309.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES permits if sourced from wild populations, as Haliotis spp. may require documentation for endangered species compliance
• Maintain strict temperature-controlled transport below 4°C to preserve live status; provide health certificates from exporting country
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as chilled—live abalone must show vital signs upon inspection to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 0307.81.00.00
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.
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.
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.