Brined Geoduck Clam Sections from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Geoduck-specific CITES permits if wild-harvested; pasteurization logs required
• Pitfall: Size misdeclaration as scallops