Canned Pacific Razor Clams in Brine from China
Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) harvested from the West Coast, cleaned, steamed, and packed in airtight cans with brine. This product falls under HTS 1605.56.10.00 as prepared and preserved razor clams in airtight containers, matching the specific species classification for clams.
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
• Verify species identification with scientific name Siliqua patula via supplier certificates to avoid misclassification
• Ensure airtight containers meet FDA seafood packing standards; include lot traceability for recalls
• Check for Section 609 compliance if any shrimp bycatch is involved in harvesting