Frozen Jasus edwardsii Rock Lobster Whole from Japan
Whole frozen rock lobsters of Jasus edwardsii species, caught off New Zealand coasts, retained in shell. Classified in HTS 0306.11.00 for frozen Palinurus, Panulirus, or Jasus spp. sea crawfish, ideal for gourmet markets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain fishery certificates of origin to comply with US seafood import regulations and avoid antidumping scrutiny
• Label with scientific name and country of origin per FDA seafood HACCP rules
• Watch for size grading, as uniform sizes may trigger statistical breakouts