Smoked Razor Clams in Vacuum-Sealed Cans from Japan
Siliqua patula razor clams smoked over alder wood and sealed in airtight metal tins for shelf stability. Classified under HTS 1605.56.10.00 due to being prepared (smoked) molluscs of the specific razor clam species in airtight containers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide smoking process details and histamine test results to comply with FDA low-acid canned food rules
• Label with country of origin and species name prominently to match HTS description
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'generic clams' which could trigger reclassification and penalties