Frozen Red King Crab Legs from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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