Fresh Chilled Homarus Lobster from Japan
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.
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
• Submit FDA Prior Notice 2-8 hours before arrival with exact temperature and packing details
• Use insulated boxes with ice packs; provide proof of chill chain to avoid spoilage holds
• Label clearly as 'fresh chilled' not frozen to match HTS and prevent inspection delays