Dried Norway Lobster from China
Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) dried in shell, used in specialty Asian cuisines or as seafood snacks. HTS 0306.94.00.00 covers dried forms of this specific species, provided they are not further processed into flours or pellets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for moisture content below 15% to confirm 'dried' status and prevent mold-related FDA holds
• Include processing method details (sun-dried vs. oven-dried) in commercial invoice for valuation
• Ensure no added preservatives, as that could shift to salted/in brine subheadings