Boiled Maine Lobster Claw Meat from Japan
Claw meat from Maine-sourced American lobster, boiled in water, removed from shell, unfrozen, and minimally processed. This product precisely fits HTS 1605.30.1030 as non-frozen lobster meat cooked only by boiling/steaming without further preservation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use commercial invoice specifying 'boiled/steamed only, not further prepared' to support classification
• Comply with Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risk in processing facilities
• Test for histamine levels as cooked shellfish can develop issues if not chilled properly post-cook