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Preserved Cockles in Tomato Sauce from Japan

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.

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

Label products clearly with ingredient breakdown including sauce composition to avoid misclassification; conduct shelf-life testing for preserved goods

Watch for EU export certificates if sourcing from Europe due to shellfish safety standards

Preserved Cockles in Tomato Sauce from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 1605.56.60.00