Fresh Mussel Flour Blend from China
Ultra-fine flour blended from fresh mussels, chilled for preservation, used in protein shakes or baking for human diets. Classified in 0309.90.40 as fresh/chilled flour of molluscs fit for human consumption, excluding flours under prior headings. Ideal for nutrient-dense culinary applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide processing records showing no drying or freezing to confirm fresh/chilled eligibility
• Comply with country-specific mussel sanitation programs (e.g
• EU-approved zones) for entry
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls; ensure retail-ready labels for human consumption proof