Frozen Raw Clams Out of Shell
Clams that are shucked (removed from shells) and frozen raw, suitable for further processing or direct consumption after thawing. Classified under HTS 0307.92.01.90 as other frozen molluscs, not in shell and not smoked or cooked.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If in airtight containers for retail sale
Frozen molluscs in retail-ready airtight packaging fall under a specific subheading.
If fresh or chilled shucked clams
Preservation method (frozen vs. chilled) determines the primary heading in 0307.
If shelled, cooked, and preserved in brine
Cooking and preservation moves the product from simply frozen molluscs to Chapter 16 preparations.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly as 'raw frozen' to distinguish from cooked products and avoid higher duties under prepared foods
• Include shell removal verification in commercial invoice to confirm mollusc status
• Watch for misclassification pitfalls if packed with additives, potentially shifting to preserved categories
Related Products under HTS 0307.92.01.90
Frozen Cooked Mussels in Shell
Frozen mussels that have been cooked prior to freezing, retained in their shells for protection and presentation. This product falls under HTS 0307.92.01.90 as other frozen molluscs, distinct from raw or live forms, and not classified as smoked or otherwise processed beyond cooking.
Frozen Abalone Slices
Premium abalone meat sliced and quick-frozen for preservation, without shell. Falls under HTS 0307.92.01.90 as other frozen molluscs, not fitting specific species subheadings.
Frozen Conch Meat
Queen conch or similar gastropod meat, cleaned and frozen for export. Fits as other frozen molluscs under HTS 0307.92.01.90.
Frozen Periwinkle Snails
Small periwinkle gastropods, often in shell, frozen for market. HTS 0307.92.01.90 as other frozen forms.
Frozen Limpets
Rock limpets, true molluscs, frozen whole or shucked. Other frozen under HTS 0307.92.01.90.
Frozen Whole Scallops
Whole sea scallops, including the adductor muscle, frozen immediately after harvest without shell or cooking. This fits HTS 0307.92.01.90 for other frozen molluscs, emphasizing the raw frozen state.