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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fully peeled, deveined meat blocks
Peeled or shelled frozen crustacean meat is distinctly classified in 0307, separate from in-shell frozen.
If rock lobster or similar non-king crab
Frozen cold water territory crustaceans like rock lobster have their own subheading.
If made into pellets fit for human consumption
Pellets agglomerated for human food are excluded by chapter notes to heading 0309 or pasta flours in 1902.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Differentiate IQF frozen from cooked IQF in docs; cooking triggers Chapter 16 classification
• Use NAUPA-approved labs for species verification if challenged by customs
• Budget for potential bonds on high-value shipments due to species-specific duties
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.
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.
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.