Brined Frozen Norway Lobster from Germany
Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) placed in brine then frozen in shell for export to processing plants. HTS 0306.94.00.00 includes brine-preserved frozen forms of this species.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Analyze brine salinity (20-25%) and provide lab reports to customs
• Glaze control critical; limit to 10% of total weight
• Separate brine from product weight on commercial docs