Brined Strombus pugilis Conch Meat from Japan
West Indian fighting conch (Strombus pugilis) meat preserved in light brine solution for extended shelf life. Covered by HTS 0307.88.00.00 for brined stromboid conchs.
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
• Test and declare brine salinity (<20% typically stays Chapter 3; higher risks 1605)
• Include processing date and shelf-life estimates for FDA prior notice filing
• Avoid 'pickled' terminology to prevent preserved classification shift