Frozen Live-Tanked Dungeness Crab from Japan
Dungeness crabs held live in tanks post-harvest then IQF frozen whole in shell for premium market quality. Fits HTS 0306.14.4030 as frozen, in-shell Dungeness crab.
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
• Include harvest logs and tank holding certificates to prove live status prior to freezing for traceability
• Comply with US Customs shellfish entry requirements; test for paralytic shellfish toxins common in Pacific crabs