Fresh Chilled Milk Conch (Strombus costatus) from Japan
Fresh chilled milk conch (Strombus costatus) from the Western Atlantic, packed on ice immediately after harvest to preserve freshness for culinary use. Classified under HTS 0307.82.00.00 as chilled stromboid conchs, distinct from frozen or dried products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain chain of cold under 4°C with calibrated thermometers; provide temperature logs for CBP inspection
• Label with scientific name (Strombus costatus) and harvest date to confirm fresh/chilled status
• Beware of over-icing leading to brine-like conditions, potentially misclassified under salted/brined headings