Live Palinurus elephas European Spiny Lobster
Live Palinurus elephas European spiny lobster, caught in Mediterranean waters and shipped in aerated seawater tanks for restaurant display. This product is classified under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a live rock lobster of the Palinurus genus, in shell and 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 lobsters are frozen instead of live at the time of import.
Frozen crustaceans fall under a separate tariff item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Arrange for proper quarantine and inspection with CBSA for live aquatic animals
• Ensure the shipping containers meet Canadian standards for live animal transport
Related Products under Tariff item 0306.31.00
Chilled Jasus lalandii Cape Rock Lobster
Chilled whole rock lobster of the species Jasus lalandii, harvested from South African coastal waters and maintained at low temperatures for freshness. This product falls under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a chilled crustacean of the Jasus genus, in shell and not further processed.
Fresh Chilled Jasus edwardsii Rock Lobster
Fresh chilled whole rock lobster of the species Jasus edwardsii, sourced from New Zealand and packed on ice for air freight. This product qualifies under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a chilled sea crawfish of the Jasus genus, in shell and unprocessed beyond chilling.
Fresh Whole Panulirus ornatus Coral Lobster
Fresh whole Panulirus ornatus coral lobster, harvested from Indo-Pacific reefs, gutted but retaining the shell, and chilled for premium markets. This product is classified under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a fresh sea crawfish of the Panulirus genus, in shell and chilled.
Live Caribbean Spiny Lobster (Panulirus argus)
Live Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus), imported for use in restaurants or aquaculture. This product falls under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a live rock lobster of the Panulirus genus, in shell and not processed.
Live Panulirus versicolor Blue Lobster
Live blue variant of Panulirus versicolor lobster from Pacific islands, intended for aquarium trade and gourmet live sales. This product falls under tariff item 0306.31.00 as a live sea crawfish of the Panulirus genus, in shell and not processed.