Canned Quahog Clams Minced from Japan
Minced quahog clams (Mercenaria mercenaria) in airtight cans for clam cakes or fritters. Under HTS 1605.56.2000 for other prepared clams airtight. Minced form is fully processed molluscs.
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
• Particle size specs prevent reclass as paste
• Allergen labeling mandatory for shellfish
• Traceability from bay to can for recalls