0306.32.00.10 - Live 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | Free |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS subcategory, 0306.32.00.10, specifically classifies live lobsters belonging to the genus *Homarus*. These are crustaceans that are still alive at the time of importation and are intended for further processing, consumption, or aquaculture. The key characteristic for classification under this heading is the live state of the lobster at the point of entry.
This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 0306.32.00.90, which covers "Other" live crustaceans. While both fall under the broader "Live, fresh or chilled" subheadings for crustaceans, 0306.32.00.10 is exclusively for lobsters of the *Homarus* genus. This means other types of live crustaceans, such as crabs or shrimp, would not be classified here, even if they are live.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories for this specific code. Therefore, classification is determined by accurately identifying the product as a live lobster of the *Homarus* genus. Importers must ensure that the lobsters meet the definition of "live" at the time of import, meaning they exhibit vital signs and are not deceased, even if recently harvested.