Lobster and Shrimp Seafood Paella
Frozen paella with lobster, shrimp, white fish, rice, saffron, and vegetables, designed as a complete meal. HTS 1605.30.05 applies as it contains lobster (crustacean) and fish meat in a prepared, ready-to-eat format. The multi-species seafood mix defines its classification.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If shrimp predominant over lobster
Shrimp-focused preparations without significant fish fall under 1604.16 subheading.
If crab and fish meat combination
Crab with fish uses 1605.10, specific to that crustacean.
If vegetable-heavy frozen mix
If seafood is minor, it may classify as frozen vegetables under Chapter 7.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify country of origin for lobster to comply with US trade restrictions on certain species
• Use heat-treated packaging to meet FDA pasteurization standards for shelf-stable meals
• Avoid pitfalls by not classifying as rice preparation under 1905 if seafood is principal ingredient
Related Products under HTS 1605.30.05
Lobster and Salmon Quiche
A savory quiche featuring lobster meat combined with salmon and eggs, baked in a pastry crust. Classified under HTS 1605.30.05 as a prepared meal containing lobster (crustacean) and fish meat from salmon. It qualifies due to the explicit inclusion of fish meat alongside crustacean in a ready-to-eat form.
Lobster Fish Chowder
Creamy chowder made with lobster chunks, white fish like cod, potatoes, and cream, ready for heating. Falls under HTS 1605.30.05 because it is a prepared meal incorporating lobster meat and fish meat. The combination distinguishes it from single-species preparations.
Lobster and Pollock Fish Cakes
Pre-formed fish cakes blending lobster meat with pollock, herbs, and breadcrumbs for pan-frying. HTS 1605.30.05 covers this as products containing fish meat (pollock) and lobster in prepared form. Ideal for quick meals.
Lobster Haddock Pie
Traditional seafood pie with lobster, haddock, leeks, and creamy sauce under pastry top. As a prepared meal with fish meat and lobster, it is under HTS 1605.30.05. Fully cooked and portioned.
Lobster Sardine Pâté
Smooth pâté spread blending lobster, sardines, butter, and herbs. HTS 1605.30.05 for products containing fish meat (sardine) and lobster meat; prepared for direct consumption. Jarred for retail.
Lobster and Mackerel Rillettes
Shredded rillettes of lobster and mackerel in oil, spreadable on crackers. Prepared product under HTS 1605.30.05 containing fish meat and lobster. Shelf-stable in tins.