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Fresh Live Abalone

Live abalone molluscs harvested from coastal waters, kept alive in controlled seawater conditions for premium sushi markets. Classified under HTS 0307.91.03.90 as live molluscs, not specifically sea urchins, fitting the 'other' category for live, fresh, or chilled molluscs excluding defined species.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0308Lower: 10% vs 35%

If frozen

Frozen molluscs shift to heading 0308, changing from fresh/chilled categories.

0309.10Lower: 16% vs 35%

If processed into flour or meal fit for human consumption

Ground into edible flours, it moves to heading 0309 per chapter notes excluding 0305-0308.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain CITES permits if abalone species are protected; ensure live transport certification to prevent mortality claims; verify supplier HACCP compliance for food safety

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