Frozen Homarus GamMarus Lobster Tails in Brine
Frozen lobster tails of Homarus gammarus (European lobster) preserved in brine inside airtight cans for retail and foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0306.12.0010 due to being frozen Homarus spp. in brine within airtight containers. Ideal for gourmet dishes requiring pre-preserved shellfish.
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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
If the frozen Homarus lobster in brine is also smoked, it shifts to the smoked crustaceans heading.
If other frozen Homarus spp.
Frozen Homarus lobsters not in brine or not in airtight containers go to the general frozen lobster subheading.
If live rather than frozen
Live Homarus spp. lobsters are classified under live crustaceans in Chapter 03 heading 0302.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include detailed packing lists specifying brine percentage and container type to facilitate CBP examination
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all shellfish imports to avoid holds at port
• Watch for country-of-origin marking requirements on cans to prevent penalties
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