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U.S. imports of frozen lobsters (clawed), including in shell (HS 030612) totaled $3.5M in April 2026, traded with 3 countries.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFrozen clawed lobsters — primarily Homarus americanus (American/Canadian lobster) — are classified across five US tariff lines that distinguish airtight containers in brine, airtight containers not in brine, non-airtight brine packs, and all other frozen formats. Canada overwhelmingly dominates supply of this heading, reflecting the shared North Atlantic fishery, with Indonesia, Vietnam, and the United Arab Emirates serving as secondary or re-export sources. USDA FSIS admissibility requirements apply. The packaging-format distinctions among the tariff lines mean that container type and brine presence must be confirmed before entry filing, and importers sourcing from Canada may benefit from USMCA preferential treatment where applicable.
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The five 10-digit lines under 0306.12 reflect historical tariff distinctions tied to preservation method and packaging format: airtight containers in brine (0306120010), airtight containers not in brine (0306120030), non-airtight brine packs (0306120050), and other frozen lobsters (0306120070), with a legacy line (0306120000) also present. Importers must confirm both the container's airtightness and whether brine is present to select the correct line, as misclassification can affect duty liability.
Beyond the FSIS health certificate from an approved foreign establishment, CBP and FDA may review temperature logs to confirm the product remained frozen throughout transit. Importers should retain bills of lading, packing lists specifying net weight and container type, and any FSIS reinspection records. For high-volume Canada-origin shipments, USMCA certificates of origin should also be maintained to support any preferential duty claims.
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