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Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 1605.56.60.00
Canned Manila Clams in Brine
Canned Manila clams (Ruditapes philippinarum), prepared and preserved in brine, are fully cooked and ready-to-eat shellfish products. They fall under HTS 1605.56.60.00 as 'other' prepared clams, cockles, or arkshells not specified elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to processed molluscs excluding frozen, smoked, or those in airtight containers with specific preparations.
Preserved Cockles in Tomato Sauce
Cockles (Cardium edule), cooked and preserved in tomato sauce, offered in jars or pouches for culinary use. Classified under HTS 1605.56.60.00 as 'other' prepared cockles not fitting specific subheadings like smoked or retail airtight packs. This covers non-standard preparations of these bivalve molluscs.
Jardiniere Ark Shells in Oil
Ark shells (Anadara granosa), prepared in seasoned oil as a gourmet preserved product, typically in glass jars. HTS 1605.56.60.00 covers these as 'other' prepared arkshells, excluding frozen or specifically packed retail items. Ideal for antipasti or seafood salads.
Pickled Littleneck Clams
Littleneck clams (Protothaca staminea) pickled in a vinegar brine mixture, preserved for extended shelf life. Falls under HTS 1605.56.60.00 as other prepared clams, distinct from vinegar-only Chapter 20 items due to mixed preservation. Popular in seafood appetizers.
Cooked and Canned Pacific Razor Clams
Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) cooked, shucked, and canned in natural juices. Classified in HTS 1605.56.60.00 as other prepared clams not in retail airtight containers or smoked. Used in chowders and stir-fries.
Seasoned Preserved Blood Cockles
Blood cockles (Tegillarca granosa) steamed and preserved with spices in pouches. HTS 1605.56.60.00 for other cockle preparations beyond basic smoking or retail packs. Common in Asian cuisine.
Oil-Poached Ark Shell Meat
Shucked ark shell meat poached in olive oil with herbs, vacuum-sealed for preservation. Under HTS 1605.56.60.00 as other arkshells, not strictly oil-preserved or retail-specific. Luxury ingredient for pasta.
Brined Geoduck Clam Sections
Geoduck clam (Panopea generosa) siphons and bodies brined and pasteurized in bulk. HTS 1605.56.60.00 for other prepared clams, suitable for institutional foodservice.
Spicy Preserved Ark Shells
Ark shells preserved in spicy chili-garlic sauce, ready-to-heat. Other under HTS 1605.56.60.00 for non-standard mollusc preps.
Herb-Marinated Cockle Hearts
Cockle adductor muscles marinated in herb vinaigrette, preserved. HTS 1605.56.60.00 other cockles.
Smoked Clam Strips (Non-Standard)
Lightly smoked clam strips in bulk pouches. Borderline HTS 1605.56.60.00 if not qualifying as smoked subheading.
Bulk Preserved Hokkigai Clams
Hokkigai (surf clams) preserved in saltwater brine for sushi. HTS 1605.56.60.00 other.
Garlic Butter Ark Shells
Ark shells in garlic butter sauce, jarred. Other prepared under HTS 1605.56.60.00.
Vinegar-Cured Cockles
Cockles cured in mild vinegar with spices. HTS 1605.56.60.00.
Mixed Clam-Cockle Medley Preserved
Blended preserved clams and cockles in brine. Classified other HTS 1605.56.60.00.