Salted Homarus Lobster in Brine from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document brine salinity (>10%) and provide lab analysis to verify preservation method
• Comply with FDA low-acid canned food regs if sealed; otherwise low-risk
• Distinguish from smoked to avoid Chapter 16; declare processing details clearly