0306.12.00.30 - Other

This HTS category, 0306.12.00.30, specifically classifies frozen lobsters (Homarus spp.) that are packed in airtight containers. This includes lobsters that have undergone processing such as blanching or cooking prior to being sealed in these containers. The "airtight container" designation is critical for distinguishing these goods, ensuring they are protected from external contaminants and prolonging their shelf life.

It is important to differentiate this classification from its sibling, 0306.12.00.10. The sibling category exclusively covers frozen lobsters that are preserved in brine, a liquid solution typically composed of salt and water. Therefore, the packaging method – airtight containers versus brine – is the primary determinant for classification at this level.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. All eligible frozen lobsters meeting the criteria of being packed in airtight containers will be classified under this specific HTS code. The focus for classification here rests on the confirmed absence of brine and the presence of sealed, airtight packaging as the primary preservation and containment method for the frozen lobster product.