Lobster and Shrimp Seafood Paella from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• 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