Lobster
Lobster is a crustacean harvested for its edible meat. It is commonly sold frozen, smoked, or cooked by steaming or boiling.
Prices, specifications and international trade for lobster under HS 030612.
Lobster Price
Published reference · Jul 1, 2026
Lobster is quoted in USD/t at CAN. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.
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Canada led reported lobster exports in 2025, at $876M.
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Lobster belongs to seafood within protein and dairy. Its customs classification covers HS 030612.
Lobster HS Code
| Form | Frozen |
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| Category | Seafood — Protein and dairy |
| HS codes | 030612 |
| Quoted in | USD/t |
| Reference location | CAN |
Production & Handling
Processing steps for lobster include Capture live lobsters, Chilling or freezing, Smoking (optional).
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Uses & Risks
Lobster is used in Fresh or chilled seafood, Frozen seafood, and Smoked seafood.
End Uses
- Fresh or chilled seafood
Live or freshly chilled lobsters sold for direct human consumption
- Frozen seafood
Frozen lobsters sold for retail or food‑service preparation
- Smoked seafood
Smoked lobsters sold as ready‑to‑eat products
Uses and Related Commodities
| Downstream industries | Food service, Retail seafood |
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Lobster Questions
- What forms of frozen lobster are recognized in trade specifications?
- Frozen lobster includes whole lobsters (Homarus spp.) that may be smoked, boiled, or steamed, and can be in shell or not, with or without prior cooking.
- How should frozen lobster be stored to maintain quality?
- Frozen lobster should be kept at consistent freezing temperatures, protected from thaw‑freeze cycles, and stored in a clean, dry environment until use.