Glazed Frozen Norway Lobster from Germany
Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) individually glazed with ice before freezing. HTS 0306.15.00.00 includes glazed frozen forms in shell. Protects against freezer burn in transit.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare glaze percentage (max 15% for US entry) to avoid duty on water weight
• FDA requires net drained weight on labels for glazed products
• Use poly bags for glazing to comply with moisture control standards