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