Frozen Palinurus Elephas Crawfish Tails
Frozen tails from Palinurus elephas (European spiny lobster), removed from shell. Classified in HTS 0306.11.0020 as 'other' frozen rock lobster (Palinurus spp.), a Mediterranean delicacy.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If smoked, whether cooked or not
Smoked crustaceans, in shell or not, shift to 0306.91 regardless of species.
If frozen and filleted from clawed lobsters like Homarus
Privileged filleted products from clawed species go to 0303.23, not spiny types.
If dried, salted, or in brine and unfit for consumption
Dried/salted crustaceans move to Chapter 07 vegetables if vegetable-like, but typically stay in 03.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Secure EU health certificates for Palinurus spp. from regulated fisheries
• Declare exact processing date to distinguish from cooked products
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