Preserved Manila Clams in Brine from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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