Frozen Homarus Americanus Lobster in Brine from China
Frozen lobster tails from Homarus americanus (American lobster) packed in brine within airtight containers for preservation and extended shelf life. This product falls under HTS 0306.12.0010 as it is specifically frozen Homarus spp. lobster in brine in airtight containers. The brine prevents spoilage while maintaining the lobster's natural flavor.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify species certification as Homarus spp. to avoid misclassification; provide scientific names in documentation
• Ensure airtight container integrity and brine composition meet FDA seafood import standards to prevent rejection
• Comply with Section 609 PL 101-162 if any shrimp contamination risk, though primarily for lobsters here