Frozen Red King Crab Legs
Frozen legs from red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus), typically harvested from cold Alaskan waters and flash-frozen at sea to preserve freshness. This product falls under HTS 0306.14.40.03 as frozen king crab, specifically the red variety, in shell or shelled but not further processed beyond freezing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If snow crab (Chionoecetes spp.) instead of red king crab
Different crab species classified separately within the same frozen king crab subheading group.
If live, fresh, or chilled rather than frozen
Non-frozen preparations of red king crab fall under live/fresh/chilled crustaceans heading.
If cooked, peeled, and ready for retail consumption
Cooked and peeled crab meat is classified as prepared or preserved, not raw frozen crustaceans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific name Paralithodes camtschaticus via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Comply with Section 609 PL 101-162 for shrimp-related products, though king crab is exempt; ensure no cross-contamination certificates
• Provide FDA prior notice and temperature logs to prove frozen state upon entry, avoiding common refrigeration failure pitfalls
Related Products under HTS 0306.14.40.03
Frozen Whole Red King Crab
Entire frozen red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) specimens, cooked by steaming or boiling prior to freezing, often sold in-shell for high-end restaurants. Classified under HTS 0306.14.40.03 for frozen king crab, emphasizing the specific red species and frozen state.
Frozen Red King Crab Clusters
Frozen clusters of red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) legs attached to the body shoulder, pre-cooked and in-shell for easy preparation. This matches HTS 0306.14.40.03 as frozen, other king crab of the red species.
IQF Frozen Red King Crab Meat
Individually quick frozen (IQF) red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) meat extracted from legs, still considered under frozen crustaceans. Falls under HTS 0306.14.40.03 despite being shelled, as it's not cooked/preserved beyond freezing.
Frozen Cooked Red King Crab Sections
Pre-cooked and frozen sections of red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) shell-on legs, ideal for seafood platters. Precisely classified in HTS 0306.14.40.03 for frozen red king crab.
Frozen Red King Crab Knuckles
Small frozen knuckle sections from red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) legs, cooked and shell-on, prized for sweet meat. HTS 0306.14.40.03 covers these as frozen king crab parts.
Bulk Frozen Red King Crab for Processing
Bulk-packed frozen red king crab (Paralithodes camtschaticus) intended for further US processing into value-added products. Still under HTS 0306.14.40.03 as raw frozen material.