Boiled Homarus Americanus Knuckle Meat

Knuckle meat from American lobster (Homarus americanus), boiled in water, extracted from shell, not frozen, no further prep. Directly aligns with HTS 1605.30.1030 for simply cooked, non-frozen lobster meat.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306.12.00Same rate: 35%

If frozen in-shell

In-shell frozen lobster stays in Chapter 3 live/frozen crustaceans.

1605Same rate: 35%

If mixed with other seafood

Preparations containing lobster and other aquatic invertebrates go to 1605.90.

2005.80Lower: 15.6% vs 35%

If preserved in vinegar

Vinegar-pickled versions shift to Chapter 20 preserved foods.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos or videos of cooking process if audited for verification

Ensure temperature logs showing maintained above 40°F to avoid spoilage claims

Separate from any mixed seafood shipments to prevent blended classification

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Steamed Homarus Lobster Tail Meat

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Boiled Maine Lobster Claw Meat

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Cooked Canadian Lobster Body Meat

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Steamed Rock Lobster Meat

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