Crustaceans; lobsters (Homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking

HS v2022 Code: 030692

About crustaceans; lobsters (homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking

HS code 030692 covers a significant segment of the global seafood industry, specifically the trade and production of smoked, cooked, or uncooked lobsters. Lobsters are a highly sought-after crustacean, prized for their delicate flavor and firm texture. This code plays a crucial role in the international trade of these valuable marine resources, contributing to the broader seafood economy and meeting the growing global demand for high-quality, processed seafood products.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 030692 involves several key steps. Lobsters are first harvested from the wild or farmed, then they may be cooked, smoked, or a combination of both. Smoking is a common preservation method that imparts a distinctive flavor and extends the shelf life of the lobster meat. The lobsters may be sold whole, in the shell, or as meat that has been removed from the shell, depending on the specific requirements of the end-user.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 030692 include live or fresh lobsters (030611 (Crustaceans; lobsters (Homarus spp.), live, fresh or chilled)), as well as specialized equipment for cooking, smoking, and packaging the final products. Producers may also require access to reliable transportation and cold chain logistics to ensure the quality and freshness of the lobsters throughout the supply chain.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 030692 is smoked, cooked, or uncooked lobster meat and whole lobsters, which can be consumed directly or used as an ingredient in various seafood dishes and preparations. These products may be further processed or packaged for distribution to wholesalers, retailers, or food service establishments. The output of this code may also be used as an input for other related HS codes, such as 160520 Crustaceans, prepared or preserved, which covers the processing and preservation of crustaceans, including lobsters, in various forms.

Revisions to 030692

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 030692. The most recent 1 version of this code (030692) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 030692.

Family tree for crustaceans; lobsters (homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/03'>03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0306'>0306: Crustaceans; in shell or not, live, fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine; smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, steamed or boiled, whether or not chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030692'>030692: Crustaceans; lobsters (Homarus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030611'>030611: Crustaceans; frozen, rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030612'>030612: Crustaceans; frozen, lobsters (Homarus spp.), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030614'>030614: Crustaceans; frozen, crabs, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030615'>030615: Crustaceans; frozen, Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030616'>030616: Crustaceans; frozen, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030617'>030617: Crustaceans; frozen, shrimps and prawns, excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030619'>030619: Crustaceans; frozen, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.1, in shell or not, smoked, cooked or not before or during smoking; in shell, cooked by steaming or by boiling in water</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030631'>030631: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.), in shell or not</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030632'>030632: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, lobsters (Homarus spp.), whether in shell or not</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030633'>030633: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, crabs, whether in shell or not</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030634'>030634: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), in shell or not</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030635'>030635: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, cold-water shrimps and prawns (Pandalus spp., Crangon crangon), in shell or not</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030636'>030636: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, shrimps and prawns excluding cold-water varieties, in shell or not</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030639'>030639: Crustaceans; live, fresh or chilled, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.3, in shell or not</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030691'>030691: Crustaceans; rock lobsters and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030693'>030693: Crustaceans; crabs, smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030694'>030694: Crustaceans; Norway lobsters (Nephrops norvegicus), smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]
B --> U["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030695'>030695: Crustaceans; shrimps and prawns, smoked, cooked or not, whether in shell or not, whether or not cooked before or during smoking</a>"]
B --> V["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/030699'>030699: Crustaceans; smoked, whole, cooked or not, n.e.c. in item no. 0306.9, in shell or not</a>"]

    

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