Brined Live Crawfish
Live crawfish (Procambarus spp.) maintained in brine solution for live transport. Classified HTS 0306.99.0100 as live 'other' crustaceans in brine.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If aquaculture-reared for direct consumption
Live aquaculture crustaceans may classify under 0302.
If dead but in brine, steamed/boiled
Dead steamed/boiled in-shell uses 0306.93.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Brine salinity and oxygenation records mandatory for live status
• USFWS permits often required for freshwater crawfish imports
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