Canned Maine Lobster Meat from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify species compliance with HTS Chapter 16 notes matching Chapter 3 lobster definitions to avoid misclassification
• Include commercial invoice detailing processing method, pack size, and country of origin; check for Section 609 restrictions if applicable