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HS Code 0307.31 : Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for mussels (mytilus spp., perna spp.), live, fresh or chilled is 0307.31. Under the 2026 Kazakhstan (SRC), the representative MFN general duty rate is 0% [State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan].

Chapter

Ch 03

Heading

0307

Subheading

0307.31

KZ MFN Duty

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 03

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

Heading 0307

0307

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

Subheading .31

.31

Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Kazakhstan (State Revenue Committee)

0307.31

Representative MFN Ad Valorem Rate

Verified July 2026 · SRC Source

MODULE 5: KAZAKHSTAN IMPORT DUTY & VAT BREAKDOWN

EAEU Base MFN Duty

EAEU Tariff [SRC]

Value Added Tax (VAT)

12.00 %

CIF + Duty Base [VAT 12%]

De Minimis Threshold

€200

EAEU Threshold

Notice: Kazakhstan customs entry, EAEU tariff classification, MFN duty rates, and 12% VAT are governed by State Revenue Committee (SRC Kazakhstan). Always verify declarable lines with SRC prior to import.

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: FDA (FOO): Prior Notice (PN) + Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP)NOAA (SIM): Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) Catch Certificate

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled

MODULE 11: SRC Advance Ruling System

Legally binding advance tariff rulings issued by State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan for HS 0307.31.

Query official SRC Kazakhstan portal:

Search SRC Portal for 0307.31 →

Kazakhstan SRC Tariff Schedule (0307.31)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Kazakhstan (SRC): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 0%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
0307.11	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.11 →
0307.12	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.12 →
0307.19	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.19 →
0307.21	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.21 →
0307.22	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.22 →
0307.29	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.29 →
0307.32	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.32 →
0307.39	Subheading under Heading 0307	Compare Subheading 0307.39 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

State Revenue Committee Kazakhstan (SRC) ↗

Official Kazakhstan EAEU tariff schedule, 12% VAT, and EAEU Customs Union rules.

SRC Advance Ruling System ↗

State Revenue Committee official binding advance classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled is classified under HS 0307.31 (Heading 0307, Chapter 03). The representative KZ MFN general duty rate is 0%.

How is HS 0307.31 distinguished within Heading 0307 (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)?

Heading 0307 covers 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. Subheading 0307.31 specifically isolates Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 0307.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 0307.31?

Related subheadings under Heading 0307 include 0307.11, 0307.12, 0307.19, 0307.21, 0307.22, 0307.29, 0307.32, 0307.39. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 0307.31 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled?

Commercial shipments of Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 0307.31?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What FDA Prior Notice requirements apply to commercial imports under HS 0307.31?

Under the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (21 CFR 1.276), FDA Prior Notice must be submitted electronically via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival.

What import VAT or sales tax applies to HS 0307.31 in Kazakhstan?

Commercial imports of Mussels (Mytilus spp., Perna spp.), Live, fresh or chilled under HS 0307.31 into Kazakhstan are subject to 12% VAT, assessed on the entered customs value plus applicable duties.

What is the customs duty de minimis threshold in Kazakhstan?

The customs de minimis threshold for import shipments into Kazakhstan is €200 (EAEU threshold). Consignments under this value may qualify for duty-free or simplified entry under local regulations.

Which authority regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Kazakhstan?

Customs declarations, import duty assessments, and SRC Advance Ruling System for HS 0307.31 are administered by State Revenue Committee (SRC Kazakhstan).

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