Canned Lobster Macaroni and Cheese with Fish from Japan
Creamy macaroni pasta mixed with lobster meat, pollock fish flakes, and cheddar cheese sauce, packed in airtight cans. This prepared meal falls under HTS 1605.30.05.10 because it contains lobster and fish meat as essential ingredients in a ready-to-eat format. The airtight container preserves freshness.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include detailed ingredient lists on labels distinguishing lobster from fish to prevent misclassification to pasta products
• Register with FDA prior to import and maintain processing records for low-acid canned food regulations
• Watch for common pitfalls like insufficient vacuum sealing leading to customs rejection for safety concerns