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Frozen Split Homarus Lobster from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Specify 'split in shell' on invoices; CBP may examine if not clearly distinguished from whole

Ensure IQF process prevents thawing; temperature records mitigate reclassification risks

Monitor EU/US origin rules; some markets restrict split product imports