Fresh Chilled Oysters from Canada
Freshly shucked or in-shell oysters (Crassostrea gigas) chilled to maintain peak freshness for raw consumption. Classified under HTS 0307.91.03 as 'live, fresh or chilled' molluscs, emphasizing their unprocessed state post-harvest.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Use vibrio control plans and Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference approvals for U.S. entry
• Label clearly as 'chilled molluscs' with temperature logs; avoid freezing to stay in this heading
• Source from approved aquaculture zones; prepare for ADF&G or equivalent export certifications