Frozen Whole Spiny Lobster (Panulirus argus) from China
Frozen whole spiny lobsters of the species Panulirus argus, including shell, sourced from Caribbean waters. This product falls under HTS 0306.11.00 as it is specifically rock lobster/sea crawfish of the Panulirus spp., preserved by freezing without removal of shell or cooking. It is typically imported for high-end restaurant use or further processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species identification with CITES documentation if applicable for certain Panulirus spp. to avoid misclassification
• Ensure proper cold chain documentation and FDA prior notice for seafood imports to prevent spoilage claims at entry
• Confirm no added preservatives beyond freezing, as brined products shift to other subheadings