Frozen Slipper Lobster Tails
Frozen tails from Ibacus spp. (slipper lobster), akin to Panulirus. HTS 0306.11.0020 'other' frozen sea crawfish, valued for mild flavor.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from cold-water Homarus spp.
Cold-water lobster tails have dedicated subheading 0306.17.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use species-specific DNA testing if disputed as non-Panulirus
• Avoid bulk packing without individual freezing to prevent thawing issues
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