Frozen Roostertail Conch (Strombus gallus) from Japan
Frozen shucked meat from the roostertail conch (Strombus gallus), a lesser-known Strombus species from the Caribbean, under HTS 0307.84.00.00. Used in local dishes, it's frozen to extend shelf life for export. Classification relies on the frozen stromboid conch definition.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain exporter's sanitary certificate confirming no antibiotics or contaminants per FDA import alerts
• Calculate duties on drained weight; include moisture content declaration to avoid overvaluation
• Beware of seasonal quotas in source countries; pre-arrange licenses to prevent port delays