Frozen Whole Dungeness Crab
Whole Dungeness crabs (Metacarcinus magister) caught off the Pacific coast, frozen immediately after harvest to preserve freshness. Classified under HTS 0306.14.4030 as frozen Dungeness crab in shell, not further processed beyond freezing.
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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 crustaceans in shell fall under 0306.14.02, separate from raw frozen under 0306.14.40.
If shelled and only crab meat is imported
Frozen crab meat without shell is classified in 0306.17, not in-shell products.
If dried, salted, or in brine instead of frozen
Non-frozen preserved Dungeness crab shifts to other subheadings in 0306.29.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify species identification with scientific name (Metacarcinus magister) via documentation to avoid misclassification
• Ensure compliance with FDA seafood HACCP and Section 609 if any shrimp contamination risks; provide frozen chain-of-custody records
• Avoid common pitfalls like improper labeling of shell-on status, which could shift to meat-only codes
Related Products under HTS 0306.14.40.30
IQF Frozen Dungeness Crab Clusters
Individually quick frozen (IQF) Dungeness crab clusters consisting of legs and claws still in shell, popular for restaurants. HTS 0306.14.4030 covers frozen in-shell Dungeness crab sections.
Frozen Wild Caught Dungeness Crab Singles
Individually frozen single whole Dungeness crabs from sustainable wild fisheries in Alaska or Washington, in shell. HTS 0306.14.4030 for frozen Dungeness crab.
Frozen Dungeness Crab Half Sections
Frozen Dungeness crabs sectioned in half lengthwise, retaining shell for protection during freeze, common for foodservice. Classified HTS 0306.14.4030 frozen Dungeness in shell.
Frozen Live-Tanked Dungeness Crab
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.
Frozen Dungeness Crab in Brine Protective Glaze
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.
Bulk Frozen Dungeness Crab for Processing
Large totes of frozen whole Dungeness crabs destined for US processors to extract meat or cook. Remains HTS 0306.14.4030 as imported frozen in-shell Dungeness.