Seasoned Preserved Blood Cockles from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Spice allergen labeling critical (e.g
• chili); ensure vibrio testing for raw material
• Pitfall: Overlooking country-specific bans on blood cockles