Live Spiny Lobster (Misidentified as Homarus) from Japan
Certain spiny lobsters occasionally misclassified but confirmed as Homarus spp. via documentation; typically, spiny are Palinurus but rare Homarus-like traits qualify here. HTS 0306.32.0010 covers only true Homarus lobsters in live form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Provide DNA or morphological certificates to confirm Homarus spp
• as spiny lobsters usually classify elsewhere
• Use vetted suppliers to prevent species substitution, a common pitfall leading to CBP holds
• Ensure no shell damage during live shipping, as injured lobsters may be deemed not 'live' upon inspection