Iced Whole Chilled Norway Lobsters from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include temperature monitoring devices in shipments with data logs proving consistent chilling without freezing
• Use food-grade ice only and drain excess water to prevent accidental brining reclassification
• Prepare for CBP exams by having supplier affidavits confirming no freezing or cooking pre-export