Lobster Chowder with Cod in Tin from Japan
Traditional New England-style chowder with lobster, cod fish, corn, and bacon in airtight metal tins. HTS 1605.30.05.10 applies as a prepared lobster meal incorporating fish meat, preserved in airtight containers. Ideal for pantry stocking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'prepared lobster meal with fish meat' to guide customs classification
• Comply with Section 609 if any shrimp traces present, though primarily lobster-focused
• Avoid bulk packaging; retail airtight cans reinforce prepared meal status