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Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 1605.30.10
Smoked Lobster Chunks in Glass Jars
Hot-smoked lobster meat chunks preserved in oil within glass jars over 500g net weight for commercial use. This 'other' lobster preparation under HTS 1605.30.10 excludes small retail airtight cans. Popular in delicatessens for charcuterie-style platters.
Spiny Lobster Flakes Preserved
Flaked and salt-preserved meat from Caribbean spiny lobster (Panulirus argus) in bulk barrels. Still 'lobster' under HTS notes, classified as other prepared in 1605.30.10. Used in tropical cuisines.
Canned Maine Lobster Meat
Cooked and canned lobster meat from Homarus americanus, packed in brine or oil for long-term storage. This falls under HTS 1605.30.10 as prepared or preserved lobster, not in airtight containers like retail cans which have separate subheadings. It's commonly used in gourmet dishes and salads.
Pasteurized Lobster Tails in Bulk Pouch
Individually quick-frozen then pasteurized lobster tails from cold-water species, vacuum-sealed in bulk pouches for foodservice. Classified under HTS 1605.30.10 as 'other' prepared lobster not in retail cans or immediate consumption packs. Ideal for restaurants thawing and serving.
Frozen Cooked Lobster Knuckles Bulk
Cooked and frozen lobster knuckles (claw joints) packed in 5kg bulk bags for institutional buyers. HTS 1605.30.10 covers this as other prepared lobster beyond basic freezing. Used in bisques and seafood stews.
Oil-Packed Lobster Medallions Tray
Precisely cut lobster medallions cooked and preserved in olive oil within plastic trays for wholesale. As non-retail, non-airtight container prep, it fits HTS 1605.30.10 'other' lobster. High-end ingredient for fine dining.
Ready-to-Eat Lobster Bisque Base
Concentrated lobster meat base prepared with cream and seasonings in bulk pouches, not fully soup. HTS 1605.30.10 as other preserved lobster preparation for culinary use. Basis for premium soups in catering.
Lobster Meat Pickled in Brine Drums
Cooked lobster meat pickled in heavy brine within food-grade drums for industrial processing. HTS 1605.30.10 'other' for non-retail preserved lobster. Base for canned products or ready meals.