Mussel Byproducts from Japan
Beards, shells, and viscera from mussel processing, mollusc waste unfit for consumption. Covered by HTS 0511.91.00 as Chapter 3 dead aquatic products for fertilizer or feed.
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
• Check for paralytic shellfish toxins via official lab reports
• Grind shells pre-shipment if for grit to optimize value