Lobster Mac and Cheese with Cod
Prepared frozen macaroni and cheese incorporating lobster chunks and cod pieces (fish meat), classified in HTS 1605.30.0590 for lobster products containing fish meat as prepared meals. The combination makes it an 'other' preserved aquatic product.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If pasta is the primary ingredient by weight
Pasta preparations with meat are classified in Chapter 19 when not predominantly seafood-based.
If from freely associated states and tuna-based fish meat
Tuna mixes may qualify for duty-free entry under general note 10(c) limits.
If cheese content dominates and sold as dairy preparation
High cheese content shifts classification to Chapter 4 for other cheese products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label clearly with lobster and fish meat percentages to prevent reclassification during customs exam
• Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all seafood meals to expedite border clearance
• Watch for common pitfall of undervaluing based on retail packaging; use transaction value properly
Related Products under HTS 1605.30.05.90
Lobster Bisque Soup
A creamy prepared soup made primarily from lobster meat, cream, and vegetables, classified under HTS 1605.30.0590 as it contains lobster meat and fish meat in a ready-to-eat prepared meal format. This falls into the 'other' category for lobster products containing fish meat.
Lobster and Shrimp Jambalaya
A ready-to-heat prepared meal featuring lobster meat mixed with shrimp (fish meat), rice, and spices, fitting HTS 1605.30.0590 as an 'other' lobster product containing fish meat. The inclusion of crustacean meat qualifies it under this specific prepared meals subheading.
Lobster Seafood Paella Mix
Prepared paella kit with lobster, white fish meat, rice, and saffron, under HTS 1605.30.0590 as other lobster containing fish meat prepared meals. It's preserved for retail ready-to-cook use.
Lobster Fish Cake Patties
Pre-formed, preserved patties of minced lobster and pollock meat, breaded and ready-to-fry, under HTS 1605.30.0590 as other prepared lobster meals with fish. Meets criteria for mixed aquatic meat products.
Lobster and Scallop Stew
Retort-pouched stew with lobster, scallop (fish meat), and broth, classified HTS 1605.30.0590 for lobster products containing fish meat in prepared form. Preserved for long shelf life.
Lobster Sushi Roll with Tuna
Flash-frozen sushi rolls with lobster, tuna, rice, and nori, HTS 1605.30.0590 as other lobster prepared meals with fish meat. Counts as preserved mixed aquatic product.