What defines a live rock lobster as a commodity?

Live rock lobster refers to crustaceans of the genera Palinurus, Panulirus and Jasus that are sold alive, fresh or chilled, either in the shell or out of the shell.

How should live rock lobster be stored to maintain quality?

It should be kept live, fresh or chilled, and if not sold immediately can be frozen, dried, salted or kept in brine to preserve its condition.

What basic processing methods are applied to live rock lobster?

Rock lobsters can be cooked in the shell by steaming or boiling in water, whether they are chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine.

Live Rock Lobster

Live rock lobster is a crustacean harvested from the sea and sold alive, fresh or chilled. It can be supplied with the shell on or removed.

Prices, specifications and international trade for live rock lobster under HS 030631.

Live Rock Lobster Price

$56,258USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Live Rock Lobster Historical Unit Values

Live rock lobster is quoted in USD/t at AUS. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Live Rock Lobster Exports and Imports

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Australia led reported live rock lobster exports in 2025, at $482M.

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Live Rock Lobster Facts and HS Code

Live rock lobster belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030631.

Live Rock Lobster HS Code

Product type	Raw
Form	Fresh
Position in the chain	Primary
Category	Seafood — Protein and dairy
HS codes	030631
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	AUS

Production & Handling

Live rock lobster handling information covers its fresh form.

Production and Storage

Perishability	High
Temperature regime	Chilled

Uses & Risks

Live rock lobster uses, related products and documented risks.

Live Rock Lobster Questions

What defines a live rock lobster as a commodity?: Live rock lobster refers to crustaceans of the genera Palinurus, Panulirus and Jasus that are sold alive, fresh or chilled, either in the shell or out of the shell.
How should live rock lobster be stored to maintain quality?: It should be kept live, fresh or chilled, and if not sold immediately can be frozen, dried, salted or kept in brine to preserve its condition.
What basic processing methods are applied to live rock lobster?: Rock lobsters can be cooked in the shell by steaming or boiling in water, whether they are chilled, frozen, dried, salted or in brine.