Canned Mixed Scallop Medley
A blend of scallop types preserved in water, not airtight for specific queen subheadings. HTS 1605.52.60.00 covers this as other prepared molluscs, per subheading note.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If exclusively queen scallops in airtight cans
Pure queen scallop airtight packs qualify for dedicated queen subheading.
If vinegar or oil preserved like pickles
Acetic acid preservation moves to Chapter 20 for other preserved foods.
If for live or chilled, unprepared scallops
Pre-harvest or fresh state remains in Chapter 3 live/fresh subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify non-airtight packing and species mix in entry docs to stay in 'other' category
• Test for histamine levels per FDA import refusal trends for scombroid risk
• Use ISF filing early for refrigerated container shipments
Related Products under HTS 1605.52.60.00
Frozen Queen Scallops in Brine
Queen scallops (Aequipecten opercularis) preserved by freezing in a brine solution, packed in bulk for foodservice use. This product falls under HTS 1605.52.60.00 as 'other' prepared or preserved scallops, excluding queen scallops specifically in subheadings like 1605.52.40. It meets the subheading note linking to Chapter 3 species.
Pasteurized Scallop Meat in Oil
Scallop adductor muscles from various species, pasteurized and preserved in vegetable oil, suitable for gourmet cooking. Classified under HTS 1605.52.60.00 as 'other' prepared scallops, not fitting specific forms like queen in airtight containers.
Smoked Bay Scallop Strips
Thin strips of bay scallops (Argopecten irradians) smoked for preservation and flavor, vacuum-sealed for retail. Falls under HTS 1605.52.60.00 as other prepared or preserved scallops, matching Chapter 3 species definitions.
Scallop Roe Paste
Preserved paste made from scallop gonads (roe), processed for sushi use. HTS 1605.52.60.00 as other scallop products, linked to Chapter 3 via note.
Bulk Frozen Scallop Adductor
Frozen blocks of scallop adductor muscle, lightly brined for preservation, bulk packed. Fits HTS 1605.52.60.00 'other' prepared scallops.
Ready-to-Cook Breaded Scallops
Individually quick frozen scallops lightly breaded and pre-fried for oven use. Under 1605.52.60.00 as other prepared, not full Chapter 21 meal.