Canned Maine Lobster Meat from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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