Live Spiny Lobster (Misidentified as Homarus) from Mexico
Spiny lobsters occasionally misclassified but confirmed as Homarus spp. via documentation, with rare Homarus-like traits qualifying here. These are live crustaceans in shell, fitting the tariff item for live, fresh, or chilled lobsters of the genus Homarus.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Import Tips
• Ensure live lobsters are transported in aerated tanks with proper oxygen levels to maintain survival during transit
• Provide species documentation confirming Homarus spp. for CBSA inspection, as misidentification could lead to reclassification
• Verify that the lobsters are not cooked or processed, as that would change the tariff classification