Frozen Homarus Americanus Lobster Tails from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
Import Tips
• 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