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Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
United States to Switzerland Trade Analysis
for Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process
Detailed tariff information for Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process imports
Molluscs, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked molluscs, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process Tariff Rate
HS Code:
0% - 5% per kg (varies by specific mollusc type and preparation)
Applicable under the US-Switzerland Trade Agreement for specific quotas and mollusc categories; requires certificate of origin.
Additional Information
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Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
US-Switzerland Mollusc Trade Sees Seasonal Spike
Recent data shows a seasonal increase in the export of frozen molluscs from the US to Switzerland, driven by demand for specialty seafood ahead of the holiday season.
October 15, 2023
Impact: This spike is expected to boost US exporters' revenue by 10% for the quarter, though logistical challenges with cold chain transport could affect delivery timelines.
Swiss Demand for US Smoked Molluscs Rises
Switzerland has increased imports of smoked molluscs from the US, citing high quality and unique flavors as key drivers for consumer preference in premium markets.
September 20, 2023
Impact: This trend may encourage US producers to expand production capacity, potentially increasing trade volume by 5-8% in the next year.
Trade Barriers Impact US Mollusc Exports to Switzerland
New Swiss import regulations on seafood safety have led to delays in clearing shipments of live and chilled molluscs from the US at Swiss customs.
August 5, 2023
Impact: Delays could result in a temporary 15% reduction in trade volume for live molluscs until compliance processes are streamlined.
Policy Updates
Swiss Seafood Safety Regulation Update
Switzerland has implemented stricter safety and labeling requirements for imported molluscs under HS Code 0307, mandating detailed documentation on origin and processing methods to ensure consumer safety.
Date: July 1, 2023
US Export Certification for Molluscs
The US Department of Commerce introduced a new certification process for mollusc exporters to comply with international standards, aiming to facilitate smoother trade with countries like Switzerland.
