Brined Frozen Norway Lobster from Japan
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 — 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
• 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