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Frozen Whole Norway Lobster from Japan

Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) frozen in the shell, typically individually quick frozen (IQF) for retail and wholesale seafood markets. This falls under tariff item 0306.94.00 as it is a frozen crustacean of the specified species, not further processed.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

5%

Import Tips

• Ensure the product is frozen and not merely chilled, as this affects classification

• Verify that the lobsters are whole and in the shell, with no additional processing

• Keep records of the freezing method (e.g

• IQF) for CBSA verification