Iced Whole Chilled Norway Lobsters

Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) packed in ice for air freight shipment, maintaining freshness for high-end restaurants. HTS 0306.34.00.00 specifically for live, fresh, or chilled Norway lobsters distinguishes from frozen forms.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306Same rate: 35%

If landed as cold-water species like Homarus but Norway-specific

Other cold-water lobsters (not Nephrops) fresh/chilled go to 0306.36; species precision determines subheading.

0710.80Lower: 24.9% vs 35%

If frozen then dried temporarily but misdeclared

Dried leguminous vegetables unlikely; but frozen-dried crustaceans would go to appropriate dried heading, not fresh.

0308.90.01.00Same rate: 35%

If flour or meal made from chilled but ground

Chapter note moves flours/meals fit for human consumption to 0308 or 0309, excluding from 0306.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include temperature monitoring devices in shipments with data logs proving consistent chilling without freezing

β€’ Use food-grade ice only and drain excess water to prevent accidental brining reclassification

β€’ Prepare for CBP exams by having supplier affidavits confirming no freezing or cooking pre-export