IQF Frozen Norway Lobsters
Individually quick frozen (IQF) whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) for retail packs. HTS 0306.15.00.00 covers this frozen form, preserving freshness without block-freezing. Ideal for restaurants needing portion control.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If live or chilled rather than frozen
Fresh/chilled Norway lobsters classify under 0306.14, differentiated by temperature state.
If dried, salted, or in brine after freezing
Post-frozen preservation methods like salting move to 0308 for other prepared crustaceans.
If dehydrated into pellets with binders
Chapter note defines 'pellets' as agglomerated products, excluding from 0306 per notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use IQF-specific packaging to maintain integrity during shipping; declare net weight accurately excluding glaze
• Provide blast-freezing certificates to prove compliance with frozen state under HTS definition
• Watch for misdeclaration as shrimp; Norway lobster's distinct claw structure aids proper classification
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Frozen Whole Norway Lobster
Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) frozen with shell intact, caught in the North Atlantic. Classified under HTS 0306.15.00.00 as frozen Norway lobsters, distinct from other crustaceans like shrimp or true lobsters. Typically used for high-end seafood dishes after thawing and cooking.
Frozen Norway Lobster Tails in Shell
Frozen tails from Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) with shell on, heads removed. Still classified under HTS 0306.15.00.00 as they remain in shell and frozen, not processed beyond basic prep. Popular for scampi and pasta dishes in European cuisine.
Block Frozen Norway Lobster
Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) packed and frozen in blocks for industrial use. HTS 0306.15.00.00 applies to all frozen forms in shell, suitable for further processing into value-added products.
Frozen Norwegian Langoustine Whole
Whole frozen Norway lobsters, known as langoustine (Nephrops norvegicus) from Norwegian waters. Precisely HTS 0306.15.00.00 for species-specific frozen crustaceans in shell. Staple in Scandinavian seafood markets.
Frozen Scotland Norway Lobster
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Glazed Frozen Norway Lobster
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.