Chilled King Crabmeat Leg Meat
Chilled king crabmeat leg meat, extracted from Paralithodes camtschaticus red king crabs and kept chilled for restaurant use. This product is classified under tariff item 0306.33.00 as it is crab meat presented fresh or chilled, not cooked, frozen, or otherwise processed.
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% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the leg meat is frozen
Frozen crab meat is classified under frozen crustaceans.
If the leg meat is cooked or canned
Cooked or preserved crab products fall under Chapter 16.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not cooked or pasteurized, as that would change classification
• Keep shipping documents showing the product was maintained at chill temperatures throughout transit
• Check if the species is subject to any import restrictions under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)
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