Lobsters (Homarus spp.)
Crustaceans, whether in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked crustaceans, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process; crustaceans, in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine: > Other: > Lobsters (Homarus spp.)
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 0306.92.00.00
Live Homarus Americanus Lobster
Live lobsters of the species Homarus americanus, typically caught in the North Atlantic, supplied in aerated tanks for maximum freshness. This product falls under HTS 0306.92.00.00 as live crustaceans specifically Homarus spp., not processed beyond capture.
Fresh Chilled Homarus Lobster
Fresh chilled whole lobsters (Homarus spp.) packed on ice, kept below 4°C but not frozen, ideal for immediate culinary use. Classified under HTS 0306.92.00.00 as fresh or chilled Homarus lobsters in shell.
Frozen Whole Homarus Lobster
Frozen whole Homarus lobsters, individually quick frozen (IQF) in shell at -18°C or below for long-term storage. This fits HTS 0306.92.00.00 as frozen Homarus spp. crustaceans.
Dried Homarus Lobster
Dried Homarus lobsters, dehydrated in shell for preservation, often used in soups or as snacks in certain cuisines. Covered by HTS 0306.92.00.00 for dried Homarus spp.
Salted Homarus Lobster in Brine
Homarus lobsters preserved in salt brine solution, whole in shell, for extended shelf life. This product is classified under HTS 0306.92.00.00 as salted or in brine Homarus spp.
Frozen Homarus Lobster Tails
Frozen tails from Homarus lobsters, removed from shell post-capture but before freezing, sold as premium seafood portions. Falls under HTS 0306.92.00.00 as frozen Homarus spp., whether in shell or not.
Cooked Chilled Homarus Lobster in Shell
Whole Homarus lobsters boiled or steamed, then chilled, sold in shell for easy home preparation. HTS 0306.92.00.00 includes cooked by steaming/boiling in shell, chilled.
Live Homarus Gammarus Lobster
Live European Homarus gammarus lobsters from the North Sea, held in recirculating seawater systems for transport. Classified as live Homarus spp. under HTS 0306.92.00.00.
IQF Frozen Homarus Lobster Claws
Individually quick frozen claws from Homarus lobsters, cracked or whole, in shell segments. HTS 0306.92.00.00 covers frozen parts of Homarus spp.
Brined Homarus Lobster for Processing
Homarus lobsters in brine barrels, not for direct consumption but further industrial processing. Still HTS 0306.92.00.00 as in brine Homarus spp.