Frozen Homarus Americanus Lobster Tails
Frozen tails from Homarus americanus (American lobster), sourced from North Atlantic waters, sold in shell for retail and foodservice. Classified under HTS 0306.12.00 as frozen lobsters of the Homarus spp., specifically prepared by quick-freezing post-catch to preserve freshness.
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If shipped live or fresh/chilled
Live, fresh, or chilled Homarus lobsters fall under 0306.11.00, prior to freezing process.
If not in shell, peeled or deveined
Peeled or deveined frozen lobster meat shifts to 0307.21.00 for processed crustaceans not in shell.
If processed into flour, meal, or pellets fit for human consumption
Chapter notes exclude flours, meals, and pellets suitable for human food from 0306-0308, directing to 0309.10.00.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species certification as Homarus spp. (e.g
• H. americanus or H. gammarus) via FDA-approved lab tests to avoid misclassification
• Include catch documentation and chain-of-custody records to comply with US seafood import regulations and traceability requirements
• Watch for common pitfalls like improper temperature logs during transit, which can lead to FDA rejection at port
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Bulk Frozen Homarus Lobster for Processing
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IQF Frozen Rock Lobster (Homarus Gammarus)
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Frozen Homarus Gammarus Whole Lobsters
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