Frozen Whole Queen Conch in Shell (Strombus gigas) from Japan
Whole queen conch (Strombus gigas) frozen with shell intact for ethnic markets or shellcraft. HTS 0307.88.00.00 includes frozen stromboid conchs whether in shell or not.
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 net meat weight separately from shell to avoid duty overpayment on non-edible parts
• Clean shells thoroughly pre-freezing to pass USDA/APHIS quarantine inspections