Frozen Milk Conch (Strombus costatus) from Canada
Frozen shucked meat from the milk conch (Strombus costatus), native to the tropical Western Atlantic, classified as frozen stromboid conchs under HTS 0307.84.00.00. Commonly used in Caribbean cuisine for chowders, it's frozen IQF (individually quick frozen) to prevent clumping. The heading specifically covers Strombus spp. in frozen form.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Ensure shellfish tag or harvest certificates accompany shipments, detailing origin and processing to meet traceability requirements
• Test for biotoxins like saxitoxin common in conchs; include lab reports to expedite CBP clearance
• Package in moisture-proof bags to avoid 'drip loss' claims that could trigger weight-based duty disputes