They're immediately shucked, chopped and canned in a US Government certified facility. Perfect for preparing your favorite clam recipes like chowders, deep-fried clam cakes, clam fritters or the boss' favorite, white clam sauce over linguine. Large 51-ounce cans enable you to prepare extra portions of your favorite clam dishes and freeze some for future enjoyment. Chopped clams are sent to you via priority mail.