Canned Crab Meat Lump
Premium lump crab meat canned in water or its own juices, used for salads or dips. This product contains meat of crustaceans (crab) and is prepared/preserved, fitting HTS 1604.20.05. It is fully cooked and shelf-stable.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically imitation crab or surimi-based
Imitation crab products have dedicated subheadings under 1605 for crab-like preparations.
If chilled fresh crab meat
Fresh or chilled crustacean meat without preservation processes remains in Chapter 3.
If in vinegar or acetic acid pickling
Crustaceans prepared in vinegar shift to Chapter 20 for preserved non-fish seafood.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure certificate of origin and processing records, as crab imports may face traceability requirements
• Declare exact species (e.g
• blue crab) to match HTS species notes and avoid penalties
• Test for heavy metals per FDA guidelines before import to facilitate entry
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