0307.83.00.00 - Frozen abalone (Haliotis spp.) 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification covers frozen abalone, scientifically identified as belonging to the genus *Haliotis*. Abalone are marine gastropod mollusks, recognized for their edible meat and ornamental shells. This specific code is applied to abalone that have undergone freezing as a preservation method. The product can be whole, or in parts, and must have been preserved by freezing prior to importation.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 0307.83.00.00 specifically addresses *frozen* abalone. It differs from 0307.81.00.00, which covers live, fresh, or chilled abalone, indicating a significant difference in processing and preservation. Furthermore, this code is exclusively for abalone (*Haliotis spp.*) and does not encompass stromboid conchs (*Strombus spp.*), which are classified under separate sibling codes such as 0307.82.00.00 (live, fresh, or chilled), 0307.84.00.00 (frozen), 0307.87.00.00 (other abalone), and 0307.88.00.00 (other stromboid conchs).
As this classification represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories within 0307.83.00.00. Classification at this level is determined by the species (abalone), its state (frozen), and the method of preservation. Importers should ensure their product meets these criteria to accurately utilize this HTS code.