Frozen Ornate Lobster Legs and Claws
Frozen claw and leg meat from Panulirus ornatus (ornate spiny lobster), a sea crawfish species. The meat is separated from the shell and frozen, making it a convenient ingredient for soups, salads, and gourmet dishes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | +25.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the meat is from cooked lobster
Cooked crustacean meat is classified under a separate frozen subheading.
If the meat is prepared or preserved beyond freezing, such as in brine or sauce
Prepared crustacean preparations fall under Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the product as 'frozen sea crawfish meat' and provide species documentation
• Verify that the meat is unfit for human consumption if it is to be used for bait, as that would change classification
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