Crab Cake Imitation
Surimi-based imitation crab cakes, molded and steamed, non-oil packed ≤6.8 kg. Though crustacean-like, fish-based classifies under HTS 1604.20.25.00 as fish cakes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If real crab meat cakes
Actual crab preparations fall under crustaceans heading 1605.
If oil-added imitation cakes
Oil inclusion moves to in-oil subheading regardless of imitation.
If raw frozen crab, not prepared
Unprepared frozen crustaceans stay in Chapter 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Disclose surimi base clearly; mislabeling as real crab risks penalties
• Section 609 applies if real shrimp used in production process
• Test for actual crustacean content to confirm Chapter 16 fish vs. 1605
Related Products under HTS 1604.20.25.00
Fish Cake Patties
Pre-formed patties made from minced white fish like pollock or cod, seasoned and steamed or fried, packed in airtight containers under 6.8 kg. Classified under HTS 1604.20.25.00 as 'other' prepared fish in the form of cakes, not in oil, for immediate consumption.
Surimi Fish Balls
Bite-sized balls made from surimi (fish paste), often flavored with crab or shrimp imitation, boiled or steamed, in non-oil containers ≤6.8 kg. Fits HTS 1604.20.25.00 as preserved fish balls, a common Asian prepared product.
Cod Fish Pudding
Creamy pudding molded from steamed cod flakes, milk, and seasonings, set in trays under 6.8 kg, not containing oil. HTS 1604.20.25.00 covers such preserved fish puddings as 'other prepared fish'.
Salmon Croquette Cakes
Pan-fried style cakes from canned salmon, breadcrumbs, and herbs, sealed in non-oil pouches ≤6.8 kg. As 'other' fish cakes not in oil, aligns with HTS 1604.20.25.00 for prepared salmon products.
Pollock Fish Balls
Seasoned balls from Alaska pollock mince, popular in soups, packed dry in containers under 6.8 kg without oil. HTS 1604.20.25.00 includes these as preserved fish balls, 'other prepared fish'.
Tuna Fish Patties
Ready-to-heat patties formed from skipjack tuna flakes, no oil, in retail trays ≤6.8 kg. Qualifies under HTS 1604.20.25.00 as tuna cakes/puddings, other prepared fish.