Live Homarus Americanus Lobster from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain a NOAA fisheries import permit and comply with Lacey Act declarations for species verification
• Maintain live transport conditions with aerated seawater; provide health certificates from origin
• Avoid misclassification as frozen product; declare as live to prevent duty disputes