Individually Quick Frozen Lobster Meat in Metal Cans

IQF lobster meat from Homarus spp., hermetically sealed in small metal cans for gourmet markets. Precisely matches HTS 0306.12.00.30 as other frozen lobsters in airtight containers. Remains crustacean product, not cooked or pelletized.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.21.00Same rate: 35%

If live, fresh, or chilled Homarus spp.

Non-frozen states (live/fresh/chilled) use separate headings before frozen category.

1605.40Lower: 10% vs 35%

If from cold-water shrimp species

Preserved shrimp/lobster products specify species and preparation differently.

0308.90.01.00Same rate: 35%

If for bulk salted/dried, not frozen

Alternative preservation methods (salted/brine without freezing) classify under 0308.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Use APHIS-approved labs for species DNA testing if origin disputed

β€’ Declare exact fill weight and headcount per can for accurate duty calculation

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