Smoked Chilled Norway Lobster from Japan
Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus) lightly smoked in shell and chilled, a delicacy in Scandinavian cuisine. Covered by HTS 0306.94.00.00 which includes smoked crustaceans whether cooked before or during smoking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) under EU/FDA limits for smoked seafood
• Detail smoking wood type and duration in processing certs
• Vacuum pack immediately post-smoking to extend shelf life during ocean freight