IQF Frozen Norway Lobster Claws
Individually quick frozen claws from Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) in shell, sold to processors for meat extraction. HTS 0306.94.00.00 applies as parts of the specific species in frozen form.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If claws extracted from shell
Shell-off claws classify as live/fresh/chilled peeled shrimp/lobster in 0307.
If from rock lobsters
Species-specific; rock lobster claws use 0306.92 subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify IQF process with blast freezer temps below -30°C for quality retention
• Weigh net claw content excluding shell for accurate declared value
• Batch code traceability essential for potential recalls
Related Products under HTS 0306.94.00.00
Fresh Chilled Norway Lobster
Live Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) that are fresh and chilled but not frozen, supplied whole in shell for immediate use in high-end seafood restaurants. This product falls under HTS 0306.94.00.00 as it specifically covers Norway lobsters in fresh or chilled form, distinct from other crustaceans.
Frozen Whole Norway Lobster
Whole Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) frozen in shell, typically IQF (individually quick frozen) for retail and wholesale seafood markets. Classified under HTS 0306.94.00.00 for frozen Norway lobsters, excluding processed forms like flours or pellets.
Live Norway Lobster
Live, in-shell Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) shipped in aerated seawater tanks for live seafood markets and aquariums. This fits HTS 0306.94.00.00 as live Norway lobsters are explicitly included in the heading for unprocessed crustaceans.
Dried Norway Lobster
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.
Frozen Cooked In-Shell Norway Lobster
Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) cooked by steaming or boiling while in shell, then frozen, ideal for ready-to-eat seafood platters. Still classified under HTS 0306.94.00.00 as the heading includes cooked in-shell forms for this species.
Salted Norway Lobster
Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) preserved in salt while in shell, used for long-term storage in traditional fisheries. HTS 0306.94.00.00 encompasses salted forms of this crustacean, distinct from pellets or flours.