Jarred Burgundy Snails from Japan
Premium Helix pomatia snails from Burgundy, France, fully cooked, packed in glass jars with parsley butter. Classified under HTS 1605.58.55.00 for other prepared or preserved land snails, distinct from sea snail products.
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
• Obtain EU export health certificates confirming heat processing to meet USDA/APHIS import requirements for non-marine snails
• Label jars with country of origin, ingredients, and allergen warnings (molluscs); declare as 'prepared escargot' on entry summary
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; provide retail shelf-price comparables if audited for transaction value