Mussel Byssus Threads from Japan
Dried byssus (beard) threads from mussels, unfit for food, used in biotech or textiles. Under HTS 0511.91.00.90 as other mollusc products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Clean of flesh to confirm non-edible
• Patents or research docs support industrial use
• Small volume imports easier