Frozen Whole Palinurus Elephas Sea Crawfish from Japan
Frozen whole European spiny lobster (Palinurus elephas) caught in Mediterranean waters, IQF packed. HTS 0306.91.00.00 covers frozen rock lobsters and sea crawfish of Palinurus spp. in shell.
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
• Ensure IQF processing certification to prevent thawing issues; blast freeze at -40°C or below
• Test for paralytic toxins common in Palinurus spp.; provide lab results to CBP upon entry
• Declare net weight accurately excluding glaze ice, which cannot exceed 1% of total weight