IQF Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster Claws
Individually quick frozen (IQF) claws from Panulirus argus, retaining shell for protection. This product falls under tariff item 0306.11.00 as it is a frozen part of a sea crawfish of the Panulirus genus, unprocessed.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the claws are cooked, smoked, or processed
This alternative covers other frozen crustacean parts that are not raw.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the claws are frozen and not cooked, as cooking would change the classification
• Clearly label the product as Panulirus argus claws on the commercial invoice
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