Frozen Lobster Meal Flour

Fine flour derived from frozen lobster bodies, fit for human use in gourmet seasonings or supplements. Classified in HTS 0309.90.10.61 for other frozen crustacean flours and meals.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0307.71.00Same rate: 35%

If sold as live or frozen whole lobsters, not processed into flour

Unprocessed frozen crustaceans stay in 0307, while milled forms fit Chapter 3 flours for human use.

2106.90.72Lower: 26% vs 35%

If flavored or mixed with spices

Seasoned or compound preparations of crustaceans shift to Chapter 21 miscellaneous foods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label for major food allergens (crustacean shellfish) as required by FALCPA for human consumption products

Use ISF filings early due to perishable nature and Section 609 shrimp-like scrutiny on crustaceans