Frozen Blue Crabmeat Lump
Frozen blue crabmeat lump consists of premium lump meat harvested from blue crabs (Callinectes sapidus), frozen immediately after picking to preserve texture and flavor. This product is shelled and contains no additives, classifying it under the 'Other' category of frozen crabs, as it is not king or snow crab and is not intended for further processing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | +25.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the crabmeat is from king or snow crab and intended for processing
This sibling item covers king or snow crab for processing, which is not the case for blue crabmeat.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the product is labeled with the scientific name Callinectes sapidus and the country of origin
• Verify that the crabmeat is frozen, not cooked or pasteurized, to avoid reclassification
• Submit a valid Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) import declaration for seafood
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Frozen blue crab whole consists of whole blue crabs (Callinectes sapidus) in shell, frozen without further preparation. As a non-king or snow crab species, not for processing, it falls under the 'Other' category of frozen crabs in tariff item 0306.14.90.
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