Bulk Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster for Processing from Japan
Bulk-packed frozen whole or tailed Panulirus argus destined for further US processing into value-added products. HTS 0306.11.0010 applies to raw frozen imports regardless of end use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare intended use as raw material; bulk packs avoid retail packaging duties
• Obtain APHIS/NOAA import permits for shellfish; test for contaminants