Live Greenlip Mussels from Japan
Live greenlip mussels (Perna canaliculus) from New Zealand farms, shipped alive in insulated reefer containers. Under HTS 0307.91.03 for live molluscs, valued for omega-3 content.
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
• Include NZ MPI export certs confirming live status and disease-free
• Use purge systems pre-shipment; reject if gaping shells indicate stress
• Coordinate with US buyers for immediate depuration upon arrival