Frozen Sea Scallops (Meat Only) from Japan
Frozen adductor muscle meat from sea scallops, shucked and without shells, falling under HTS 0307.92.01 as other frozen molluscs. Excludes scallop roe or whole shells, focusing on the edible portion.
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
• Document exact species (Placopecten magellanicus) and harvest area; ensure IQF packaging for individual quick frozen compliance
• Watch for misdeclaration as 'bay scallops' which may shift rates