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Frozen Headless Caribbean Spiny Lobster

Head-off, frozen bodies of Panulirus argus, a minimal processing step common in lobster trade. Remains under HTS 0306.11.0010 as frozen rock lobster of this species, in shell.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.21.00Same rate: 37.5%

If peeled or shelled beyond headless

Not-in-shell, peeled rock lobster tails classify under 0307.21 for processed crustaceans.

0306.17.00Same rate: 37.5%

If for other frozen shrimp/crustaceans not specified

Generic frozen crustaceans outside rock lobster spp. go to 0306.17.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Head removal is allowed if not further processed; document as 'headless whole' to stay in 0306.11

• Use ISF filings early due to seafood scrutiny; include harvest zone details

Related Products under HTS 0306.11.00.10

Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster Tails

Frozen tails from Panulirus argus, the Caribbean spiny lobster, harvested from Atlantic waters and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0306.11.0010 as frozen rock lobster of the specified species, excluding any processed or cooked forms. These are typically sold shelled for culinary use.

Whole Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster

Whole Panulirus argus lobsters, frozen intact with shell, sourced from Caribbean fisheries. This product fits HTS 0306.11.0010 precisely as frozen Caribbean spiny lobster, whether in shell or not, in raw form.

IQF Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster Claws

Individually quick frozen (IQF) claws from Panulirus argus, retaining shell for protection. Directly classified under HTS 0306.11.0010 as parts of frozen Caribbean spiny lobster, unprocessed.

Bulk Frozen Caribbean Spiny Lobster for Processing

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.