Dried Salted Abalone

Abalone dried and salted for preservation, often used in Asian cuisine. Classified in HTS 0307.99.0300 as other processed molluscs (dried, salted), excluding flours/pellets under chapter notes.

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.

0307.21.00.00Same rate: 35%

If live, fresh, or chilled abalone

Unprocessed abalone stays in specific live/fresh headings under 0307.21.

0711.90Lower: 17.7% vs 35%

If further processed into flour or meal fit for human consumption

Chapter notes exclude flours/meals from 0307-0308, directing to 0309 or vegetable chapters if applicable.

0305.31.01.00Same rate: 35%

If in airtight containers as dried fish

Dried mollusc products in specific packaging may shift to 0305 for dried fish, though molluscs primarily 0307.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain CITES permits if abalone species are protected; declare salt content to avoid reclassification

Test for moisture levels to confirm 'dried' status versus fresh, preventing duty disputes

Use proper NAICS codes for seafood processors on entry forms to streamline customs clearance