Crab Meat Pellets from Japan
Compressed pellets of crab meat flour, bound lightly for human consumption in snacks or supplements. HTS 0309.90.90.00 covers these crustacean pellets per chapter definition of agglomerated products fit for humans.
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
• Document binder quantity to comply with 'small quantity' pellet definition
• Ensure HACCP plans for shellfish allergens
• Common issue: incorrect declaration as frozen crab meat