Canned Ark Shell Clams Smoked from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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