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%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
• 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