1605.56.20.00/Canned Ark Shell Clams Smoked/Japan

Canned Ark Shell Clams Smoked from Japan

Smoked ark shell clams (Anadara spp.) in airtight cans, offering a delicate seafood flavor. HTS 1605.56.2000 covers these as other prepared clams in airtight containers. Smoking is a preservation method fitting prepared molluscs.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Smoking process docs required to prove preparation beyond Chapter 3

• HACCP plan validation for smoking to prevent Listeria issues

• Net weight declaration critical for subheading delineation