Frozen Golden King Crab Clusters

Frozen clusters of golden/brown king crab (Lithodes aequispinus) legs attached to the body shoulder, popular in seafood markets. This semi-processed frozen form is specifically under HTS 0306.14.40.09 as frozen golden king crab.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0306.17.00Same rate: 35%

If from mud crab or swimming crab genera

Frozen swimming crabs or mud crabs use different subheadings under 'other crabs' excluding king crab.

0710.80.70Higher: 46.3% vs 35%

If dried, not frozen

Dried, salted, or brine-preserved crustaceans fall under heading 0710 if not smoked or cooked.

1605Lower: 10% vs 35%

If cooked and preserved in airtight containers

Prepared or preserved crab, excluding simple frozen, moves to Chapter 16 subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label packages clearly with HTS code and species to facilitate CBP review and avoid misclassification

Obtain prior notice via FDA's system for all frozen seafood imports at least 2 hours before arrival

Check for country-specific antidumping orders, especially from Asia-Pacific sources

Related Products under HTS 0306.14.40.09

Frozen Golden King Crab Legs

Frozen legs from the golden/brown king crab (Lithodes aequispinus), harvested from cold Pacific waters and quick-frozen to preserve freshness. This product falls under HTS 0306.14.40.09 as frozen king crab, specifically the golden/brown variety, in shell or shelled but not further processed beyond freezing.

Frozen Whole Golden King Crab

Entire frozen golden/brown king crab (Lithodes aequispinus) specimens, typically caught off Alaska or Russia, maintained in shell and frozen whole. Classified under HTS 0306.14.40.09 for frozen king crab of this exact species, distinguishing it from other crab types.

IQF Frozen Golden King Crab Meat

Individually quick frozen (IQF) meat extracted from golden/brown king crab (Lithodes aequispinus), still considered in basic frozen form. Falls under HTS 0306.14.40.09 when not peeled to meat-only stage, retaining some shell or as minimally processed frozen crab.

Frozen Golden King Crab Sections

Frozen body and leg sections from Lithodes aequispinus golden king crab, cut for easier handling while retaining shell. Precisely matches HTS 0306.14.40.09 for frozen golden/brown king crab products.

Bulk Frozen Golden King Crab for Processing

Bulk-packed frozen golden/brown king crab (Lithodes aequispinus) destined for further US processing into value-added products. HTS 0306.14.40.09 applies to this industrial frozen import.

Frozen Dungeness-Golden King Crab Mix

Frozen mixture including golden king crab (Lithodes aequispinus) with Dungeness crab, classified by predominant species. Primary classification under HTS 0306.14.40.09 when golden king crab dominates.