Frozen Dungeness Crab in Brine Protective Glaze from Japan
Whole frozen Dungeness crabs with minimal brine glaze to prevent freezer burn, still considered primarily frozen not 'in brine' per trade practice. Classified as HTS 0306.14.4030 frozen Dungeness.
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
• Quantify brine percentage (<5% typical glaze) on entry docs to confirm frozen not preserved status
• FDA prior notice required 2-8 hours pre-arrival for frozen crab