Frozen Homarus Americanus Lobster Tails
Frozen tails from Homarus americanus (American lobster), removed from the shell and individually quick frozen for foodservice use. Classified under HTS 0306.12.00.70 as 'other' frozen lobsters of Homarus spp., not specified as whole. Meets chapter definition for frozen crustaceans excluding flours, meals, or pellets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported whole, in shell
Whole frozen lobsters in shell fall under 0306.11 for rock lobsters and similar, but Homarus spp. whole may shift based on commercial designation.
If not frozen, but live, fresh, or chilled
Live, fresh, or chilled Homarus spp. lobsters are classified in heading 0307 for live/fresh/chilled crustaceans.
If cooked and peeled for retail
Cooked, peeled, or breaded lobster products become prepared/preserved crustaceans under Chapter 16.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for species protection; verify Homarus spp. origin with supplier certificates
• Ensure FDA prior notice filing and comply with HACCP seafood regulations for frozen crustaceans
• Label accurately as 'lobster tails' to avoid reclassification; common pitfall is undervaluation based on tail-only weight
Related Products under HTS 0306.12.00.70
Individually Quick Frozen Whole Homarus Lobster
IQF whole Homarus lobsters, frozen without shell removal, graded under 1.5 kg each for export markets. Falls under HTS 0306.12.00.70 as 'other' frozen Homarus spp. lobsters, distinct from spiny/rock lobster categories.
Frozen Homarus Lobster Meat Blocks
Blocks of frozen lobster meat from Homarus spp., deshelled and packed in 5 kg units for further processing. HTS 0306.12.00.70 covers this as 'other' frozen Homarus lobsters, processed but not cooked or preserved.
Frozen Split Homarus Lobster
Frozen Homarus lobsters split lengthwise, in shell, for easy cooking, packed head-off. Classified in 0306.12.00.70 as other frozen Homarus spp., not whole unsplit.
Frozen Homarus Lobster Claws
Individually frozen claws from Homarus americanus lobsters, in shell, for premium restaurant use. HTS 0306.12.00.70 as 'other' frozen Homarus lobsters, parts not elsewhere specified.
IQF Frozen Homarus Lobster Knuckles
Small IQF frozen knuckle sections from Homarus lobster legs, in shell, specialty item. HTS 0306.12.00.70 as other frozen Homarus parts.
Frozen Homarus Lobster for Sushi Grade
Flash-frozen sushi-grade Homarus lobster tails, shell-on, super-chilled to -60°C. Classified 0306.12.00.70 other frozen Homarus, foodsafe processed.