Frozen Whole Blue King Crab from Japan
Whole blue king crabs (Paralithodes platypus) frozen immediately after harvest, retained in shell for premium market. Precisely matches HTS 0306.14.40.06 as frozen, other king crab, blue type, neither smoked nor cooked beyond freezing.
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
• Declare exact weight including shell; U.S
• Customs scrutinizes whole crustacean imports for accurate valuation
• Obtain CITES permits if applicable for certain crab fisheries, though blue king typically exempt