Live Maine Lobster (Homarus americanus) from Japan
Live Maine lobsters of the species Homarus americanus, harvested from the cold waters of the North Atlantic, are premium crustaceans kept alive for maximum freshness. Classified under HTS 0306.32.0090 as 'other' live, fresh, or chilled lobsters (Homarus spp.), excluding rock lobsters or crawfish which fall under separate subheadings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for protected species and ensure live transport compliance with humane handling regulations
• Provide detailed documentation on species (Homarus spp.), origin, and live condition certification to avoid misclassification