Fresh Mussel Flour Blend from Japan
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 — 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
• 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