1605.30.10.90/Smoked Lobster Flakes/Japan

Smoked Lobster Flakes from Japan

Flaked lobster meat smoked for preservation and flavor, vacuum-packed in non-airtight plastic trays. Falls under HTS 1605.30.1090 as 'other' prepared or preserved lobster, using smoking as a preservation method. Ideal for gourmet salads or appetizers.

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%

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Import Tips

• Certify smoking process complies with USDA/FSIS if claiming 'smoked' to avoid misleading labels

• Test for histamine levels, common in smoked seafood, to pass FDA import alerts

• Declare exact preservation method on entry to prevent reclassification as fresh