Smoked Bay Scallop Strips from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document smoking process to differentiate from fresh; CBP often examines for under-valuation as raw product
• Comply with USDA/FSIS if labeled ready-to-eat, though primarily FDA seafood jurisdiction
• Avoid retail packaging that mimics Chapter 3 frozen goods to prevent misclassification