Frozen Australian Blacklip Abalone (Haliotis rubra)
High-quality frozen whole abalone from Haliotis rubra, a prized Australian species. Sustainably farmed and frozen at peak freshness for gourmet applications. Classified under HTS 0307.83.00.00 as it is explicitly frozen abalone per the Haliotis genus.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for dried, salted, or in brine abalone
Non-frozen preserved forms of abalone use the specific dried/salted subheading.
If exported solely for the edible product in shell
Edible molluscs in shell for direct consumption may fall under heading 0410 per tariff notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure Australian export permits verifying wild vs. farmed origin to meet US sustainability standards
• Use insulated shipping to maintain -18°C chain of cold, with temperature monitors
Related Products under HTS 0307.83.00.00
Frozen New Zealand Paua Abalone (Haliotis iris)
Frozen whole abalone from the Haliotis iris species, commonly known as paua, harvested from New Zealand waters. These molluscs are shucked, cleaned, and quick-frozen to preserve freshness and texture. Classified under HTS 0307.83.00.00 as frozen abalone (Haliotis spp.), excluding any processed forms like flours or pellets.
Frozen Mexican Green Abalone (Haliotis fulgens)
Frozen fillets of Haliotis fulgens, the green abalone from Baja California waters. Cleaned, trimmed, and blast-frozen for export to high-end sushi markets. Precisely matches HTS 0307.83.00.00 for frozen abalone of Haliotis species.
Frozen Japanese Madaka Abalone (Haliotis madaka)
Frozen premium madaka abalone (Haliotis madaka) from Japanese aquaculture. Shucked and vacuum-packed frozen portions ideal for sashimi. HTS 0307.83.00.00 applies to all frozen Haliotis spp., distinguishing from other processing states.
Frozen South African Perlemoen Abalone (Haliotis midae)
Premium frozen abalone meat from Haliotis midae, sourced from South African coastal farms. Individually quick-frozen (IQF) post-shucking to maintain quality for culinary use. Fits HTS 0307.83.00.00 specifically for frozen Haliotis spp. abalone, distinct from pellets or flours.