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U.S. imports of live, fresh, or chilled rock lobster and sea crawfish (HS 030631) totaled $177K in June 2026, traded with 5 countries.
Live, Fresh, or Chilled Rock Lobster and Sea Crawfish imports of $177K in June 2026 ran 168% above the year-to-date monthly average of $66K.
Rock lobsters (spiny lobsters, genus Panulirus and related genera) and other sea crawfish in live, fresh, or chilled condition are consolidated into a single 10-digit line, 0306310000, under heading 030631. Unlike clawed lobsters (Homarus spp.), rock lobsters lack large claws and are traded primarily as whole live animals or fresh tails, with significant demand from high-end foodservice. Live crustacean shipments require careful cold-chain management and are subject to FDA prior notice and seafood HACCP oversight at entry. Importers should also be aware that certain rock lobster species and their source fisheries may be subject to CITES appendix listings or bilateral fisheries agreements that affect admissibility.
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Rock lobsters and sea crawfish (030631) are classified separately from Homarus spp. clawed lobsters (030632). The key distinction is biological: rock lobsters belong to the family Palinuridae and lack the large chelae of Homarus. At entry, CBP may request species identification documentation — such as a commercial invoice specifying the scientific name — to confirm the correct heading applies.
Certain rock lobster species and their source fisheries have been reviewed under CITES, and some may be listed or subject to bilateral fisheries management agreements. Importers should verify the CITES status of the specific species and origin before shipment, as CITES-listed specimens require permits from both the exporting country and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Consult a licensed customs broker or trade compliance specialist familiar with seafood admissibility for current requirements.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRAZIL | $145K | -- | -$145K |
| AUSTRALIA | $23K | -- | -$23K |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $6K | -- | -$6K |
| TURKEY | $3K | -- | -$3K |
| SPAIN | -- | -- | -- |
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0306310000 | ROCK LOBSTER AND OTHER SEA CRAWFISH, LIVE, FR, CH | $177K | 1.42% | 26.96% | $3K |
SHRIMPS AND PRAWNS, FROZEN, NESOI
HS 030617
CRABS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030614
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC, DANUBE SALMON FILLET FRESH/CHLL
HS 030441
LOBSTERS, INCLUDING IN SHELL, FROZEN
HS 030612
PACIFIC, ATLANTIC AND DANUBE SALMON FILLETS FROZEN
HS 030481
ATLANTIC SALMON AND DANUBE SALMON FRESH OR CHILLED
HS 030214
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | $108K | -- | -$108K |
| HONOLULU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, HI | $23K | -- | -$23K |
| FT. LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FL | $22K | -- | -$22K |