Lobster Chowder with Haddock
A canned chowder blending lobster meat with haddock, potatoes, and cream. It is a prepared meal containing both crustacean and fish meat, classified under tariff item 1605.30.90 as 'Other' prepared lobster products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | — | 4% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | — | 4% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the haddock content predominates by weight over the lobster.
If fish meat is the predominant component, the product would fall under prepared fish preparations rather than lobster.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the lobster content predominates by weight over the haddock to stay under this tariff item
• Ensure the product is properly canned and preserved for shelf stability
• Declare the fish content accurately to avoid misclassification
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