Brined Whole Abalone (Haliotis gigantea) from China
Whole mega abalone (Haliotis gigantea) preserved in brine solution, in shells. Classified HTS 0307.87.00.00 for other abalone in brine, non-smoked. Popular in Japanese cuisine prep.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test brine salinity to confirm preservation method and avoid 'prepared' classification
• Declare net weight excluding brine for accurate duty calculation
• Provide aquaculture certification for farmed H. gigantea to ease entry