Frozen Strombus latus Conch Meat from Japan
Frozen meat from the Japanese conch (Strombus latus), harvested from Indo-Pacific reefs and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Falls under HTS 0307.88.00.00 for frozen stromboid conchs excluding abalone.
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
• Declare exact freezing method and temperature on entry to meet FDA import requirements for frozen seafood
• Include lot traceability and harvest location to comply with Lacey Act declarations for marine species
• Avoid reclassification pitfalls by specifying 'not cooked' and excluding any binders that could imply pellets