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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1605Same rate: 35%

If other aquatic invertebrate pastes

Non-mollusc or unspecified pastes in broader 1605.90.

0302.92.00Same rate: 35%

If for fresh or frozen scallop roe

Unprocessed roe in Chapter 3 fresh/frozen.

2103.90.80Higher: 41.4% vs 35%

If flavored as sauce base

Yeast/sauce preparations take precedence over mollusc heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Classify as scallop derivative with processing proof; not Chapter 3 roe

Heavy FDA scrutiny for parasites; provide freezing logs

Avoid 'fish paste' generic terms to prevent 1604 misroute