Frozen Lobster Meal from Japan

Granular meal from frozen lobster tails and bodies, intended for human culinary uses like bisques or meat extenders. HTS 0309.90.10 applies to this frozen crustacean meal product fit for human consumption.

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

Provide origin certificates distinguishing American lobster from rock lobster for quota compliance

Test for heavy metals common in lobster to meet FDA import standards

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, risking reclassification