Whole Frozen Canadian Lobster (Homarus Americanus) from China
Whole frozen Homarus americanus lobsters, typically 1-2 lbs each, caught off Nova Scotia coasts and IQF (individually quick frozen) in shell. Fits HTS 0306.12.00 as frozen Homarus spp. lobsters, ideal for high-end restaurant preparations.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
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)
Import Tips
• Obtain Canadian export certificates confirming Homarus species and sustainable sourcing to meet NOAA import standards
• Declare exact count and weight per package; discrepancies lead to valuation disputes and penalties
• Ensure brine-freezing processes are documented, as excess brine can trigger reclassification as 'in brine' under other subheadings