Frozen Snow Crab Clusters
Frozen clusters of snow crab legs and claws, typically harvested from the cold waters of the Bering Sea, are classified under HTS 0306.14.4020 as frozen snow crab. These clusters are processed by removing the body and gills, then flash-frozen to preserve freshness for seafood markets.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cooked by steaming or boiling before freezing
Cooked snow crab falls under the specific subheading for cooked crustaceans in shell, distinct from raw frozen.
If peeled or shelled meat only
Shelled snow crab meat is classified as peeled or shelled crustaceans under heading 0307, not in-shell frozen crab.
If cooked and preserved beyond simple freezing
Prepared or preserved snow crab, like pasteurized or canned, moves to Chapter 16 for cooked and preserved crustaceans.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin documentation to comply with Section 609 restrictions on shrimp and crab products from certain regions
• Include certificates of origin and health/safety inspections from FDA-approved facilities to prevent customs holds
• Label packages clearly with species name 'Chionoecetes opilio' to avoid misclassification as other crab types
Related Products under HTS 0306.14.40.20
Frozen Snow Crab Legs
Individual frozen snow crab legs, sectioned and cleaned, are a popular seafood product under HTS 0306.14.4020 for frozen snow crab. Sourced primarily from Alaska fisheries, they retain their shell and are frozen at sea for optimal quality.
IQF Frozen Snow Crab Sections
Individually quick frozen (IQF) snow crab leg sections under HTS 0306.14.4020 allow for easy portioning in retail. These shell-on pieces from opilio snow crab are blast-frozen to prevent clumping.
Frozen Alaskan Snow Crab Claws
Large frozen claws from Alaskan snow crab, classified as frozen snow crab under HTS 0306.14.4020. These are prized for their sweet meat and sold shell-on for culinary use.
Opilio Snow Crab Frozen Legs and Body
Frozen snow crab (Chionoecetes opilio) including legs and partial body sections, under HTS 0306.14.4020 for frozen snow crab. Processed for wholesale distribution while in shell.
Bering Sea Frozen Snow Crab Mix
Mixed frozen sections of snow crab legs, claws, and knuckles from Bering Sea fisheries, specifically HTS 0306.14.4020 frozen snow crab. Ideal for value-added processing.