Whole Salted Boiled Cherrystone Clams from Japan
Intact boiled cherrystone clams, salted for preservation, in 6oz airtight cans totaling under 680g gross weight. Strictly boiled without other processing, fitting HTS 1605.56.15.00 for retail-ready boiled clams.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include processing logs showing only boiling/salting to defend against 'otherwise prepared' challenges
• Ensure immediate containers are truly airtight; leaks can lead to spoilage claims or reclassification
• Batch-test for contaminants per FDA guidelines, as shellfish imports face heightened scrutiny