Frozen Snow Crabmeat from Japan
Frozen meat extracted from snow crabs (Chionoecetes spp.), typically packed in blocks or trays without shells. This falls under HTS 0306.14.20.00 as it is specifically classified as frozen crabmeat, distinct from whole crabs or in-shell products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify supplier certifications for no illegal fishing under section 609; provide chain-of-custody documentation
• Label clearly as 'crabmeat' with species identification to avoid misclassification as whole crab
• Check for moisture content to prevent reclassification as crabmeat with excess water under statistical notes