South African Homarus Lobster in Brine from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• File FDA Prior Notice for seafood imports 2-8 hours before arrival
• Label containers clearly as 'lobster in brine' to prevent inspection delays
• Budget for potential cold chain inspections even for brined products