Bump's Clam Juice from Japan
Bump's Clam Juice is a natural, unfiltered extract pressed from quahog clams, ideal for enhancing pasta sauces and risottos. Classified under HTS 1603.00.10.00 due to its pure composition as clam juice from molluscs. It provides authentic seafood flavor without solids.
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
• Confirm harvest area meets FDA's Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference (ISSC) standards to prevent import holds
• Include shellstock tags or processor certifications in documentation for traceability
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect temperature control during shipping, which can lead to spoilage claims