Preserved Manila Clams in Brine from China
Manila clams shucked, cooked, and preserved in brine jars for culinary use. Classified under HTS 1605.56.30.00 as 'other' prepared clams, excluding those in airtight containers, as per subheading notes linking to Chapter 3 species.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain import permits from NOAA if applicable and ensure bivalve molluscs meet Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference standards
• Use detailed invoices specifying preparation method to prevent reclassification
• Monitor aggregate quotas if from freely associated states