Lobster Meat Pickled in Brine Drums from Japan
Cooked lobster meat pickled in heavy brine within food-grade drums for industrial processing. HTS 1605.30.10 'other' for non-retail preserved lobster. Base for canned products or ready meals.
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
• Brine strength certification ensures 'prepared/preserved' not just salted
• Drum liners must meet FDA food contact standards