In brine
Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine: > Frozen: > Lobsters (Homarus spp.) > Other: > In brine
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0306.12.00.50
Atlantic Lobster in Brine
Homarus americanus lobsters preserved in brine, not frozen, classified under HTS 0306.12.0050 as 'other' lobsters (Homarus spp.) in brine. This product is typically packed in saltwater solution for preservation and transport, distinguishing it from frozen forms. It falls here due to the specific preservation method in the HTS hierarchy for non-frozen Homarus lobsters.
European Lobster in Brine
Homarus gammarus, the European lobster, packed in brine for shelf-life extension, under HTS 0306.12.0050 as other Homarus spp. in brine. This distinguishes it from frozen lobster by preservation method. Ideal for gourmet markets requiring non-frozen product.
Australian Lobster in Brine
Homarus spp. from Australian waters preserved in brine, classified as 'other' under HTS 0306.12.0050. This in-shell product uses brine to maintain freshness without freezing. Commonly imported for high-end seafood distributors.
South African Homarus Lobster in Brine
Homarus spp. lobster from South African fisheries, in-shell and in brine per HTS 0306.12.0050 for other lobsters in brine. Brine preservation allows air shipment without freezing equipment. Used in premium restaurant supply chains.
Canadian Northern Lobster in Brine
Homarus americanus from Canadian waters, preserved in brine and classified under HTS 0306.12.0050 as other Homarus lobsters in brine. This non-frozen form supports faster customs clearance for fresh markets. Popular in US East Coast fisheries trade.