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Frozen New Zealand Packhorse Lobster

Frozen Sagmariasus verreauxi (packhorse lobster), related to Jasus spp., whole in shell. Under HTS 0306.11.0020 as 'other' sea crawfish, prized for large size.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

0306Same rate: 35%

If not frozen but chilled

Chilled 'other' crustaceans go to 0306.22, based on temperature state.

1605.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If prepared with sauce or as ready meal

Crab/lobster products preserved with additions classify in Chapter 16.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) chain-of-custody for premium pricing

• Test for heavy metals common in large crustaceans per FDA guidelines

• Document brine content if any to avoid reclassification

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