Canned Clam Chowder

Creamy canned soup with clams, potatoes, and seasonings, under 20% seafood content. Fits 2106.90.99.90 for canned NESOI food preps, distinct from pure seafood products. Popular New England-style comfort food.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.4%+7.5%13.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.4%6.4%
🇨🇦Canada6.4%6.4%
🇩🇪Germany6.4%6.4%
🇯🇵Japan6.4%6.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1605.56Lower: 10% vs 13.9%

If over 20% clams or other aquatic invertebrates

Prepared aquatic products with high mollusc content classify in Chapter 16.

0404.10.90.00Higher: 35% vs 13.9%

If cream-based and predominantly whey/milk derivatives

Dairy-based soups may shift to Chapter 4 if milk components dominate.

2104.20Higher: 16.4% vs 13.9%

If homogenized versions for young children

Dietetic homogenized composites go to specific infant food subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test clam content to ensure below 20% threshold; provide lab analysis if challenged

Comply with FDA seafood HACCP plans and shellfish tags for traceability

Use tamper-evident seals and declare shelf life accurately

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