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Frozen Homarus Lobster in Retort Pouches from Japan

Frozen Homarus lobster chunks in heat-sealed retort pouches designed as airtight containers. HTS 0306.12.00.30 applies to these 'other' packaged frozen lobsters, distinguishing from loose IQF. Excludes human-consumption pellets per notes.

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

Test retort pouches for airtight integrity with vacuum pressure certificates

Include nutritional analysis if marketed for retail to preempt FDA queries

Frozen Homarus Lobster in Retort Pouches from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 0306.12.00.30